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Retort; reply (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

riposte

I believe this is a double definition.

'retort' is the first definition.
(synonyms)

'reply' is the second definition.
(riposte is a kind of reply)

(Other definitions for riposte that I've seen before include "Fencer's counterattack" , "Sharp answer" , "Quick retort or return thrust in fencing" , "Snappy comeback" , "Witty retort" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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