100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "retort"

Definition

The verb retort means to reply or respond to a remark, typically in a sharp, witty, or incisive manner. It often implies a quick or clever comeback to a criticism or challenge.

Synonyms

• Reply
• Respond
• Counter
• Rejoin
• Comeback
• Parry
• Rebut
• Riposte
• Answer

Antonyms

• Accept
• Concede
• Agree
• Acknowledge
• Submit
• Yield

Examples

1. When criticized for her choice of career, she quickly retorted that passion should always come first.
2. "That's not true," he retorted defiantly.
3. She always had a clever way to retort to any teasing.
4. He couldn't help but retort when she called him lazy.
5. "You think that's funny?" he retorted with a raised eyebrow.
6. The student retorted to the teacher's comment with a witty remark.
7. She retorted that she would rather fail trying than not try at all.
8. When asked about his absence, he retorted with a sarcastic smile.
9. “I can do it better,” she retorted confidently.
10. He retorted that her argument was full of flaws.
11. Instead of getting upset, she retorted with a smile.
12. “That’s a ridiculous assumption,” he retorted angrily.
13. She retorted that he was just jealous of her success.
14. “Who do you think you are?” he retorted in disbelief.
15. He retorted with a smart answer that left everyone speechless.
16. “You don’t know what you’re talking about,” she retorted sharply.
17. The comedian retorted to hecklers with humor.
18. "I wasn't talking about you," she retorted defensively.
19. When asked why he was late, he simply retorted, "Traffic."
20. “You think you’re better than me?” he retorted with a scoff.
21. She retorted by pointing out the flaws in his argument.
22. "That was a low blow," he retorted after her comment.
23. He retorted with a joke that lightened the mood.
24. “You’ll regret saying that,” she retorted with a smile.
25. She retorted that hard work always pays off in the end.
26. “I’m not interested,” he retorted bluntly.
27. “That’s your opinion,” she retorted, unimpressed.
28. He always knew how to retort in a witty manner.
29. “You’re wrong,” he retorted firmly.
30. She retorted that he was being overly dramatic.
31. “I don’t have to listen to this,” he retorted as he walked away.
32. “Is that really what you think?” she retorted incredulously.
33. The lawyer retorted with a strong argument against the accusation.
34. “I’m not afraid of you,” he retorted, standing his ground.
35. She retorted fiercely, defending her beliefs.
36. “You’re just trying to provoke me,” he retorted.
37. “I have my reasons,” she retorted, crossing her arms.
38. The debate heated up as they retorted back and forth.
39. “That’s not a valid point,” he retorted calmly.
40. “You think that’s going to work?” she retorted skeptically.
41. He retorted with a clever twist that caught her off guard.
42. “You’re just making excuses,” she retorted sharply.
43. He retorted that her logic was flawed.
44. “I can’t believe you said that,” she retorted in disbelief.
45. He retorted that his actions were justified.
46. “You’ll see,” she retorted, confident in her abilities.
47. “What’s your point?” he retorted dismissively.
48. She retorted that everyone has a right to their opinion.
49. “That’s not going to happen,” he retorted with certainty.
50. “You’re just being stubborn,” she retorted with annoyance.
51. He retorted with a smirk, knowing he had won the argument.
52. “I didn’t mean it that way,” she retorted quickly.
53. “That doesn’t make sense,” he retorted logically.
54. She retorted, “That’s a challenge I gladly accept!”
55. “You’re out of your mind,” he retorted with laughter.
56. “That’s an interesting perspective,” she retorted, feigning interest.
57. He retorted that she was underestimating him.
58. “I don’t care what you think,” she retorted boldly.
59. “You’re wrong about that,” he retorted confidently.
60. She retorted that he was only trying to stir trouble.
61. “I’m not backing down,” he retorted defiantly.
62. “That’s not how it works,” she retorted with conviction.
63. He retorted that he had evidence to support his claim.
64. “You really think that’s a good idea?” she retorted skeptically.
65. “That’s a bold statement,” he retorted, raising an eyebrow.
66. She retorted that he was missing the bigger picture.
67. “I didn’t ask for your opinion,” he retorted curtly.
68. “That’s not a fair comparison,” she retorted passionately.
69. He retorted that her argument was based on assumptions.
70. “You’re just trying to get under my skin,” she retorted.
71. “I’ll prove you wrong,” he retorted, filled with determination.
72. “That’s a weak argument,” she retorted dismissively.
73. He retorted that she was being overly critical.
74. “That sounds like a challenge,” she retorted with a grin.
75. “I’ll take my chances,” he retorted confidently.
76. “You’re making a big mistake,” she retorted warningly.
77. “I’m not afraid of your threats,” he retorted bravely.
78. “You can’t be serious,” she retorted, laughing.
79. He retorted that she should be more open-minded.
80. “That’s not what I meant,” she retorted quickly.
81. “I don’t need your approval,” he retorted fiercely.
82. “You should know better,” she retorted with a knowing look.
83. “I’ll handle it my way,” he retorted firmly.
84. “That’s a ridiculous notion,” she retorted incredulously.
85. “You’re just jealous,” he retorted with a smirk.
86. She retorted that he was just avoiding the issue.
87. “I have my own opinions,” he retorted defensively.
88. “You’re crossing a line,” she retorted sharply.
89. “That’s not how it happened,” he retorted, shaking his head.
90. “You can’t blame me for that,” she retorted indignantly.
91. “I see your point, but...” he retorted thoughtfully.
92. “That’s not my problem,” she retorted with finality.
93. He retorted that he had nothing to prove.
94. “I choose to believe otherwise,” she retorted confidently.
95. “That was uncalled for,” he retorted with an edge in his voice.
96. “I don’t need your advice,” she retorted, rolling her eyes.
97. “You’re missing the point entirely,” he retorted critically.
98. “That’s a strong accusation,” she retorted, raising an eyebrow.
99. “I’m not going to listen to that,” he retorted dismissively.
100. She retorted with a witty comeback that left everyone laughing.