Skeptic's retort Crossword Clue

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Skeptic's retort Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SKEPTIC (noun)
1. someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs
RETORT (verb)
1. answer back
RETORT (noun)
1. a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
2. a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat

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