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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind possessing a nimble wit, he always has a cutting comeback for any intended insult thrown his way

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Recent Examples on the Web Real teams require nimble leaders who prioritize building connections within the team. Don Yaeger, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024 Stiles, nimble in mind but not in body, must park on the treacherous dirt road and hike to his home. Damian Panetta, The Mercury News, 8 Oct. 2024 The limited series is nimble and engaging without the superfluous characters and plot points that often clog up American television shows. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024 With its five-speed synchromesh gearbox and about 105 hp in normal tune, the 2,100-pound Alfa is a light and nimble little terror. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nimble 

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“Nimble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nimble. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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