1
as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
her sharp-witted questions always cut right to the core of the issue
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as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind
a TV game show that allows sharp-witted contestants to show their stuff
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharp-witted
Adjective
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If you’re just getting started with rebounding and want something compact and easy to use (that doesn’t cost a small fortune), here’s a smart entry point.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025 -
If your primary goal is to maximize workspace while ensuring your computer can grow with your needs, a mini-PC paired with a quality monitor is a smarter, longer-lasting solution.—
Ken Colburn,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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Operation Bounce House follows Oliver Lewis, a colonist on the planet New Sonora, who leads a simple life on his family ranch, playing with his band and tending to his family's selection of intelligent agriculture bots.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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These earbuds feature intelligent noise control, which removes up to twice as much background noise as previous AirPods models.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Beyond that, Davis aims to beat the averages by astute management of the land.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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This is also an astute question about this television program.—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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That includes clever storage and organizers, which are currently up to 70 percent off this month.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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In a clever stroke, Chauhan made the vindaloo with ground lamb, rather than the usual hunks, to nod to the more traditional chili topping.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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Japan’s shrewd, flexible adjustment to changing U.S. political winds over the long term is also fundamentally important.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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The deal is a shrewd move by Netflix which rose to become the top platform in MENA following its launch there in 2015, but has faced growing competition from Shahid in recent years.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
27 July 2025
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Raspberry Bites: Place a single white chocolate chip inside a raspberry for a quick, indulgent treat.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
21 July 2025
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And getting there might require making a quick withdrawal.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
21 July 2025
Adjective
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This year’s summer fashion trends have been dominated by simple patterns, breezy fabrics, and fluttery silhouettes—all of which are brilliant additions to your summer travel wardrobe thanks to their versatility and packability.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 July 2025
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This film will not only pay tribute to his career, but to his brilliant mind and unwavering determination.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
28 July 2025
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One study linked frequent fast food consumption to overweight, abdominal fat gain, inflammation, and oxidative stress.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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Kathy Bledsoe, 44, was working as manager at a Belleville outpost of the fast food chain on July 16, and at one point in the afternoon instructed a juvenile female to take out the trash, according to the Belleville Police Department.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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“Sharp-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharp-witted. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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