What is the Spanish word for "retort"?

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retort

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retort

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Alternative translations of "retort"

replica
responder
recipiente

Examples of how to use "retort" in Spanish

English
He made a witty retort to her comment.
Spanish
Él hizo una réplica ingeniosa a su comentario.
English
She gave a quick retort to him.
Spanish
Ella le respondió rápidamente.
English
His clever retort surprised the whole class.
Spanish
Su astuta réplica sorprendió a toda la clase.
English
The scientist used a retort in experiments.
Spanish
El científico usó un tubo de ensayo en los experimentos.
English
They laughed at her sharp retort.
Spanish
Se rieron de su aguda réplica.

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