A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Riposte
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Riposte in Modern Pentathlon - Fencing. The attacking action that a fencer will use after successfully parrying an attack.
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A counterattack either literally (in [fencing], after [parrying] a [lunge] attack, or figuratively (in conversation, after an insult)
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A quick, clever reply to an insult or criticism.
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a quick and clever remark, often made in answer to a criticism:
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