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Recent Examples of quick-wittedness
What a theft of life and talent, and what a waste of care, quick-wittedness, and capability by Reverend Mother Constance.
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Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025
Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quick-wittedness
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The quickness of Texas guards Lee, Rori Harmon and Bryanna Preston created open lanes to the basket or shut them down on defense.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Fa’alave Johnson plays safety and running back and moves with the quickness and blazing speed of another top running back who went up the 405 from San Diego to USC.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2026
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And while the spectral profiles broadly fit, the observed temperatures and sheer brightness of LRDs hint at powerful winds that our current models for Supermassive Stars just don't fully capture yet.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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While steeped in tradition, her recipes feel modern too, finding brightness through herby, vinegar-laden sauces that top seasonal dishes.—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Pixel Watch blends style and smartness in a way most wearables miss.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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The attack has show moments of brilliance, with star striker Dejan Joveljic getting a call-up to the Serbian national team after scoring three goals so far.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Baltimore is filled with brilliance, resilience and promise.—
Wanda Durant,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Mar. 2026
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Subsequent congressional investigations concluded both federal and local law enforcement did not sufficiently respond to intelligence reports warning of likely violence that day,.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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And then, again, like just my football intelligence — understanding the game in general.—
Mike Kaye
March 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Cignetti has tapped into a distinctly Hoosier brand of team pride, which proves that his acumen is just as strong off the football field as on it.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
28 Jan. 2026
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The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.—
Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com,
al,
20 Jan. 2023
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Another owner proudly mentioned her Corgi, known for its cleverness and ability to find its way home.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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But this is where MadEvolve really shines with its cleverness.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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After the retreat, there’s another set of calls to help participants integrate the experience and apply insights to their daily lives.—
Natalia V. Osipova,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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This insight could change how scientists interpret signals from other gas giants, both in our solar system and beyond.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Quick-wittedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quick-wittedness. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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