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as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
the pundits and political wits will get a lot of mileage out of the senator's latest gaffe
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as in wisdom
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
he doesn't even have the wit to know when to come in out of the rain
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as in mind
usually wits plural
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
scared out of her wits
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as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
lacked the wit to see that the war was unwinnable
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Recent Examples of wit
Natalie Portman will bring her fierce intelligence, intensity, brilliance and wit to illuminate Rosalind.
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Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 May 2025
With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 May 2025
As Mortensen talked, her children cut in, sharing stories about their mother’s influence and wit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2025
Her first few episodes have been a masterclass in subtle class and wit.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
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Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 May 2025
With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 May 2025
As Mortensen talked, her children cut in, sharing stories about their mother’s influence and wit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2025
Her first few episodes have been a masterclass in subtle class and wit.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wit
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The film, from British ventriloquist and comedian Nina Conti, will debut in New York City in theaters on June 6 with an L.A. premiere following a week later (June 13).—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
13 May 2025
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After a 28-city international leg that included London’s O2 and Dublin’s 3Arena, stand-up comedian, actor and writer Shane Gillis announced the extension of his Shane Gillis Live tour to 10 additional U.S. cities on Tuesday (May 13).—
Frank DiGiacomo,
Billboard,
13 May 2025
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The word wisdom in China or any place that's quite old, that is completely out of style.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The prevailing wisdom going into tonight was that Boston had figured itself out, and that the Celtics were about to put their superiority on display the rest of the way.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 May 2025
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To my mind, the Caesars Palace Times Square proposal is the best option to ensure that sense of security and help the Crossroads of the World thrive.—
Duane Jackson,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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And never far from mind at these events is the memory of the 2016 Pulse shooting that left 49 dead and 53 wounded at an Orlando hub of LGBTQ nightlife.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
17 May 2025
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Newsweek is partnering with global data intelligence platform Statista for the fifth annual ranking of the World's Best Smart Hospitals.—
Newsweek Rankings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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The advisor sees the president first thing in the morning for the daily intelligence briefing and leaves after the president retires for the evening, but remains on call around the clock.—
Arthur House,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2025
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And just when things might start to lag, Pierce arrives, nailing every pun, every aside to the audience, every double-take and every droll observation.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2025
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But unlike that 1996 Robert Rodriguez-Quentin Tarantino joint, Sinners isn’t winking at the audience from behind grotesque violence and droll B-movie tropes.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Known for his humility, gentle spirit, prudence, and warmth, Pope Leo XIV's leadership offers an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to our educational mission.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Exercising that prudence requires the consideration of several factors.—
Ellen P. Aprill,
The Conversation,
21 Apr. 2025
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Maintains your sanity and your audience's attention.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Perhaps the city’s current crises—crumbling public infrastructure, intractable civic strife, the President’s attempts to strangle his home town—have reminded New Yorkers of a different period of chaos, when Cuomo seemed a beacon of sanity.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
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After completing a cleaning cycle, users receive a 2D map of the pool’s layout and cleaning paths, offering insights into the areas covered.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The organization then offered some insight into the snake's unique scale pattern.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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“Wit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wit. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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