Event with lunges and touches Crossword Clue

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The clue "Event with lunges and touches" leads us to the answer "EPEE" for several reasons:

1. Lunges: In the sport of fencing, lunges are common movements used to attack opponents. Lunging forward with the weapon is a fundamental technique in foil and saber fencing.
2. Touches: In fencing, the objective is to make touches or hits on your opponent using the weapon (such as an epee) to score points. Touches are the basis of scoring in fencing competitions.

Therefore, when considering an event where lunges and touches are key actions, "EPEE" perfectly fits the description as it is a type of fencing weapon used in events where skillful lunges and precise touches determine the outcome of bouts.

Definition of "EPEE"

a sharp-pointed duelling sword, used, with the end blunted, in fencing.

 The Crossword clue "Event with lunges and touches" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
USA Today	8 November 2018	EPEE