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
The airline often shares puns and quick-witted replies on its X account.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
The best way to describe the bag is by characterizing your quick-witted, polished, and Post-it-note-loving older sister.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
The living twin, who describes himself as not the most quick-witted or ambitious person, couldn’t always relate to his brother.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Skeleton Crew stars Jude Law as a quick-witted space pirate who has mastered the all-powerful force and befriends a group of children trying to find their way home after getting lost in the galaxy.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
The best way to describe the bag is by characterizing your quick-witted, polished, and Post-it-note-loving older sister.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
The living twin, who describes himself as not the most quick-witted or ambitious person, couldn’t always relate to his brother.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025
Skeleton Crew stars Jude Law as a quick-witted space pirate who has mastered the all-powerful force and befriends a group of children trying to find their way home after getting lost in the galaxy.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quick-witted
Adjective
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People have been dreaming about intelligent humanoid robots since the introduction of the beloved family maid Rosey on The Jetsons in the early 1960s.—
Jim McGregor,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Beyond being intelligent, ethical, musically talented, and dedicated; Emily is a true arts-passionate individual.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Classical methods of solving these problems, which often involve churning through possible solutions in clever ways, quickly become untenable.—
Stephen Ornes,
Quanta Magazine,
17 Mar. 2025
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This rapid cycle reduces costs, and allows clever businesses to be the first to market trends and consumer feedback updates.—
Haokun Qin,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Dalman, 26, just reached the end of his rookie contract with the Atlanta Falcons and is heralded as a smart, steady lineman who can be an asset as a run blocker.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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My vision remains centered on achieving justice for crime victims through effective prosecution, intervention, and the smart use of technology.—
Brenda Looper,
arkansasonline.com,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Swedish forward was given a quick audition during the Sens’ blowout loss to the Avalanche earlier this week.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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While this area did receive rain on Thursday, the blustery winds yesterday resulted in quick drying of fine fuels, which will dry further today.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Archway Homes can pay cash and close in as fast as three days.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
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Players can get off to a fast start by activating either offer.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There’s even a $90 discount on this 50-inch Insignia Fire TV that provides access to millions of movies and television episodes in brilliant 4K quality.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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The actor also has various business ventures, including being a founder and brewer at All-Wise Meadery and co-founder of the high-protein yogurt-like product Thor’s Skyr, along with Terry Crews. 02 of 08 Cole Sprouse (Cody) Cole Sprouse plays Zack’s brilliant twin brother Cody.—
Skyler Trepel,
EW.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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That sharp increase is driving many consumers to cut back on non-essentials like snack foods, according to market research firm NIQ.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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This included everything from gauzy and sheer dresses, to sharp tailoring and suits.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Quick-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quick-witted. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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