Words of wit (3,3)

I believe the answer is:

bon mot

(Other definitions for bon mot that I've seen before include "quip" , "Apt or witty remark - in France" , "Appropriate word or expression - in France" , "Witticism" , "The right or apposite word - in France" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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