This is the 8375th most frequent Japanese word.
応酬
"応酬" means "exchange" or "reciprocal response," often referring to a back-and-forth interaction or reply.
応酬 refers to the exchange of comments or arguments between two parties in a discussion or debate.
議論が白熱して、双方の応酬が続いた。
The debate heated up, and exchanges between both parties continued.
応酬 in this context refers to the reciprocal exchange of letters or correspondence between individuals.
手紙の応酬を通じて、二人はさらに親密になった。
Through the exchange of letters, the two became closer.
応酬 here is used to denote a counteraction or retaliation in response to an assault or attack.