100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "retort"

Definition

A retort is a noun that refers to a quick, witty, or sharp reply, often used in conversation as a form of verbal sparring. It can also refer to a container used for distillation or chemical reactions, especially in scientific contexts.

Synonyms

• Reply
• Comeback
• Response
• Counter
• Rejoinder
• Answer
• Parry

Antonyms

• Question
• Inquiry
• Silence
• Submission
• Agreement

Examples

1. When he made a snide comment, she quickly retorted with a clever comeback.
2. "That's not true!" he retorted angrily.
3. She always knows how to retort when someone insults her.
4. His sarcastic retort left everyone in the room laughing.
5. After his criticism, she retorted with facts to support her position.
6. The debate became heated as each participant retorted with strong arguments.
7. "You think you're so smart," she retorted, rolling her eyes.
8. He couldn't think of a good retort at the moment but promised to come back with one.
9. The scientist explained the process before using the retort for the experiment.
10. "Is that your final answer?" she retorted, challenging him further.
11. The audience erupted into laughter at her witty retort.
12. I was struck by the sharpness of his retort during the discussion.
13. She prepared her best retort for the upcoming debate.
14. "Well, that's just your opinion," he retorted, dismissing her viewpoint.
15. To his surprise, her retort was more insightful than he expected.
16. He crafted his retort carefully to avoid offending anyone.
17. The retort he gave was so unexpected that it caught everyone off guard.
18. "You think that's funny?" she retorted, raising an eyebrow.
19. In response to the accusation, he retorted with evidence of his innocence.
20. The chemistry lab was filled with equipment, including a large glass retort.
21. "That's a ridiculous statement," she retorted, shaking her head.
22. The two friends often retorted playfully, testing each other's patience.
23. "You wouldn't understand," he retorted, feeling superior.
24. After hearing the joke, she retorted with a pun of her own.
25. He made a quick retort that ended the awkward silence.
26. "I can do that better," she retorted, challenging his skills.
27. The heated argument led to a series of quick retorts.
28. He often used humor to retort during debates.
29. "That sounds like a challenge," she retorted, eager to prove him wrong.
30. The professor explained the experiment using a retort to demonstrate.
31. "That's an interesting take," he retorted, his tone sarcastic.
32. She couldn't help but retort when he made a rude comment.
33. The clever retort she delivered was remembered long after the conversation ended.
34. "Who do you think you are?" he retorted, feeling insulted.
35. The glass retort was crucial for the success of the experiment.
36. "You're just trying to provoke me," she retorted defiantly.
37. The playful banter included many clever retorts.
38. He wanted to retort, but he decided to remain silent instead.
39. The retort she made was both funny and insightful.
40. "You can't be serious," he retorted, disbelief evident in his voice.
41. The chemist used the retort to boil the substance safely.
42. "That's not what I meant," she retorted, clarifying her statement.
43. The retort was so sharp that it left everyone speechless.
44. "I'll prove you wrong," he retorted, determined to win the argument.
45. The quick retorts exchanged added to the lively discussion.
46. "You call that a plan?" she retorted, unimpressed.
47. The retort in the lab was designed for high-pressure experiments.
48. "You're just making excuses," he retorted, challenging her reasoning.
49. The retort she delivered was unexpected and clever.
50. "I don't believe that for a second," she retorted, crossing her arms.
51. The retorts during the meeting made the atmosphere tense.
52. "That's the best you can come up with?" he retorted, smirking.
53. The scientist carefully observed the reaction in the retort.
54. "I have my reasons," she retorted, standing her ground.
55. The quick retorts only fueled the fire of their debate.
56. "You think you can intimidate me?" he retorted, unafraid.
57. The glass retort shattered during the experiment, causing a mess.
58. "What do you know about it?" she retorted, challenging his authority.
59. The chemistry textbook included diagrams of how to use a retort.
60. "You're just jealous," he retorted, trying to deflect the criticism.
61. The retort she made was so clever that it became a meme.
62. "That's a bold claim," he retorted, raising an eyebrow.
63. The lab was filled with various types of retorts for different experiments.
64. "You really think that works?" she retorted, skeptical of his ideas.
65. The retort he made was met with applause from the audience.
66. "You wouldn't last a day," he retorted, teasing her.
67. The retorts exchanged were filled with wit and humor.
68. "Are you sure about that?" she retorted, questioning his knowledge.
69. The retort was essential for the chemical reaction to occur.
70. "I know what I'm talking about," he retorted, defensive.
71. The sharpness of her retort cut through the tension in the room.
72. "That's not what I said," she retorted, frustrated with the misunderstanding.
73. The retort used in the lab was made of high-quality glass.
74. "I expected more from you," he retorted, disappointed.
75. The rapid-fire retorts kept the conversation lively and engaging.
76. "You're not the boss of me," she retorted, asserting her independence.
77. The scientist carefully monitored the reaction in the retort.
78. "You think you're so clever," he retorted, smirking at her.
79. The retort was filled with gas as the reaction progressed.
80. "That's a terrible excuse," she retorted, unimpressed.
81. The playful retorts between the siblings were a daily occurrence.
82. "Why would I listen to you?" he retorted, dismissing her advice.
83. The retort he used was specifically designed for this type of experiment.
84. "You wouldn't understand," she retorted, feeling superior.
85. The retorts exchanged during the meeting were sharp and pointed.
86. "You have no idea," he retorted, shaking his head.
87. The chemistry professor demonstrated the process using a retort.
88. "That's not how it works," she retorted, correcting his misunderstanding.
89. The retort created a fascinating reaction that captivated the students.
90. "You can't just say that," he retorted, defending his position.
91. The glass retort was crucial for distilling the solution.
92. "You're just trying to rile me up," she retorted, annoyed by his antics.
93. The quick retorts made the debate much more interesting.
94. "I know my worth," she retorted, confident in her abilities.
95. The retort was filled with vapor as the experiment progressed.
96. "That's an outdated view," he retorted, challenging her beliefs.
97. The retorts exchanged were both humorous and insightful.
98. "I don't have to explain myself to you," she retorted, standing firm.
99. The scientist carefully prepared the retort for the experiment.
100. "You really think you can win this argument?" he retorted, confident.