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Mot

/moʊ/
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(noun) A witty remark; a witticism; a bon mot.

The MOT found some serious defects in Mary's car.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The witty playwright was famous for his perfectly timed bon ____, which always managed to make the entire audience laugh out loud.

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