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noun • a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) • a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat verb • answer back | ||||
| 43% | 8 | To distil again | ||
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Can You Distil Something From This Sharp Reply
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
RETORT which was last seen in the Telegraph Toughie crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RETORT
Updated: September 1, 2025
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| Telegraph Toughie02 May 2025 | Down 8 | |
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