B2 — Upper Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Avere la botta e risposta
To have a quick back-and-forth
Literal Translation
"To have blow and response"
What it means
To have a quick back-and-forth. Describes a quick, sharp exchange of words, debate, or witty banter. Can be combative or playful.
Example in context
"Tra quei due c'è sempre una vivace botta e risposta."
"Between those two there is always a lively back-and-forth."
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