A "perfect riposte" refers to a clever and skillful response made in reply to an insult or criticism. It is a quick and sharp comeback that effectively counters or shuts down the opposing point. Full definition
But we do not want to let Mourinho get away with saying whatever he likes, so step up Mathieu Flamini with a perfect riposte in an ESPN report. (justarsenal.com)
This would seem to have been the perfect riposte from Townsend to his North London rival. (caughtoffside.com)
Tuesday's 2 - 0 victory over Stoke was their third in succession in the league and was the perfect riposte following Saturday's FA Cup exit at the hands of fierce rivals Liverpool. (football-bookmakers.com)