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According to Oxford Dictionary, the word "parry" is a verb that means to defend or ward off a blow or an attack, either physical or verbal.

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "parry" as to turn aside or deflect (an attack, a blow, or a question) with a clever or adroit response.
Cambridge Dictionary also defines "parry" as to defend oneself against a physical attack or a verbal attack by cleverly avoiding or turning aside the blows or questions.

The fencer used a clever parry to deflect her opponent's attack and gain the upper hand in the match.
The politician's ability to parry difficult questions from the press helped her maintain a positive public image.
The boxer used a combination of footwork and parries to evade his opponent's powerful punches and tire him out.