Example Sentences

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He often appeared relaxed during the gubernatorial debates, at points even complimenting or joking with his rivals as they parried on stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When I asked Mr. Cornyn about it, he parried the question.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Their defence was unlocked again when Chasity Grant raced behind Liverpool's backline and played in Kirsty Hanson, while Daly added a third when she pounced on a parried save by Kirby.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

The spot-kick was ordered to be retaken for encroachment inside the area and Haaland struck his second effort the opposite direction, only for it to be parried away again by Peretz.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

Metal clashed on metal as the Warrior Mouse parried Cluny’s thrusts.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques