Both Uses of
retort
in
Harry Potter (#4) and the Goblet of Fire
- Malfoy flushed with anger, but apparently the memory of Moody's punishment was still sufficiently painful to stop him from retorting.†
Chpt 15 *
- So you'll understand if we don't take you entirely seriously…… " "There are those who'll turn innocent occasions to their advantage," Moody retorted in a menacing voice.†
Chpt 17
Definition:
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(retort as in: quick retort) a quick reply to a question or remark -- especially a witty or critical one