counterpunched
/ˈkaʊntərˌpʌntʃt/
verb
- Past tense of counterpunch; threw a punch in response to an opponent's punch.
- She counterpunched with a left hook that surprised everyone.
- He counterpunched immediately after blocking the first hit.
- The champion counterpunched and knocked out his rival in the third round.
- Past tense of counterpunch; responded sharply to a criticism or attack.
- After the insult, she counterpunched with a witty remark.
- The senator counterpunched with a series of tough questions.
- He counterpunched by releasing a report that disproved the allegations.