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noun • a witty saying • witty remark verb • make jokes or quips | ||||
| 38% | 10 | Inclination towards irony and irony-infused humor | ||
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| 38% | 6 | Gibe | ||
verb • treat with contempt | ||||
Word With A Hint Of Latin Irony For A Short Sharp Sarcastic Retort Or Gibe
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QUIP which was last seen in the Telegraph Giant General Knowledge crossword.
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