parry

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parry Definition

• (n) a return punch (especially by a boxer)
• (v) impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball); "block an attack"
• (v) avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues); "He dodged the issue"; "she skirted the problem"; "They tend to evade their responsibilities"; "he evaded the questions skillfully"

parry Synonyms

• block
• circumvent
• counter
• counterpunch
• deflect
• dodge
• duck
• elude
• evade
• fudge
• hedge
• parry
• put off
• sidestep
• skirt