as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
the quick-witted child easily figured out the trick to making the toy work
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Recent Examples of quick-witted
Advertisement Rife is best known for his quick-witted crowd work, which earned him TikTok virality in 2022.
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
The third was Alexander Isak’s 10th league goal in as many games, a simple tap-in after quick-witted work from Guimaraes and Jacob Murphy.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
As charged as our present moment suddenly is with the question of vigilantism, whether audiences are even aware of the historical truth behind its premise is one of the balls that Barbot’s audacious, quick-witted play keeps constantly in the air.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2024
But her first big break came after a fantastic performance in the debut film of the woman who directed Bottoms, Emma Seligman, who gave the world a quick-witted and naturalistic depiction of Jewish family gatherings known as Shiva Baby.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
The third was Alexander Isak’s 10th league goal in as many games, a simple tap-in after quick-witted work from Guimaraes and Jacob Murphy.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
As charged as our present moment suddenly is with the question of vigilantism, whether audiences are even aware of the historical truth behind its premise is one of the balls that Barbot’s audacious, quick-witted play keeps constantly in the air.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Dec. 2024
But her first big break came after a fantastic performance in the debut film of the woman who directed Bottoms, Emma Seligman, who gave the world a quick-witted and naturalistic depiction of Jewish family gatherings known as Shiva Baby.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quick-witted
Adjective
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Chahine is clearly an intelligent person, and his experience in finance has obviously helped him during this esports journey, making decisions that traditional esports execs may not have made.—
Mike Stubbs,
Forbes,
8 Feb. 2025
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At once personal yet scientific, richly informative and beautifully written, The Genius of Birds celebrates the triumphs of these surprising and fiercely intelligent creatures.—
Kevin Spencer,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Anyone who thinks this is funny or clever needs to listen more and talk less.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Over-the-Door Shoe Organizers Not just for shoe storage, over-the-door organizers are a clever and budget-friendly solution for storing lots of things, including smaller Squishmallows.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Feb. 2025
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The Celtics couldn’t keep Jalen Brunson off the free-throw line late in the first half but otherwise used tenacious, smart defense to hold the Knicks to 48 points on 33.3 percent field goal shooting before halftime.—
Jay King,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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The Adams administration is making swift, intentional investments, building smart to protect all New Yorkers from harsh rains, blazing sun and smog.—
Meera Joshi,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Heim was quick to acknowledge the chaos, the unpredictability of Daytona races, and the pressure during the final laps, noting the challenges of maintaining control with worn tires while surrounded by other drivers pushing for top positions.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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But Garcia warned that people can sometimes be too quick to reject potential partners based on superficial qualities if people don't live up to their fantasies.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Customers were 'like family' Frontier Airlines launches nonstop service from CT airport with fares as low as $49 Popular fast food chicken chain applies for permit to open another location in CT Winter storm watch issued for parts of CT.—
Mark Maglio,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2025
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Filing electronically with direct deposit is the fastest way to get a refund Consider IRS free resources to help eligible taxpayers file.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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That would already warrant a warm welcome, but the entire necklace featured more than 2,300 diamonds in pear, brilliant and baguette cuts in a white gold ribbon that frames the neck.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
10 Feb. 2025
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If beating Brentford and its reward, a game against arguably the best club team on the planet right now, are the brilliant bits of a life in football, what happened shortly after this interview must be one of those head-in-oven/feet-in-freezer moments.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The director has been here before, with sharper aim.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Adams case is not the only one that will bring the foolishness of this directive into sharp relief.—
Andrew C. McCarthy,
National Review,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Quick-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quick-witted. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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