NOUN: "amusing and usually light sparring with words" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "amusing and usually light sparring with words" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. adroitness and cleverness in reply

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SPARRING (noun)
1. making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer
2. an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage
AMUSING (adjective)
1. providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
2. arousing or provoking laughter

Hint 3: Anagram

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