Witty answer (9)

I believe the answer is:

rejoinder

(Other definitions for rejoinder that I've seen before include "Clever answer" , "Response" , "Quick, witty reply" , "Quick comeback" , "Sharp witty reply" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times and The Sunday Times.

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