Vocabulary Entry

parry

|verb • noun

verb

To ward off or deflect (a thrust, blow, or attack).

Example Sentences

"She managed to parry his strike just in time."

"He expertly parried the questions with clever responses."

"The fencing champion can parry any opponent's moves."

noun

Example Sentences

"His parry was so swift that it surprised everyone."

"The fighter's parry allowed him to counterattack effectively."

"With each parry, she gained confidence in her abilities."