witted

Example Sentences

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But Italy looked quicker witted and more ambitious throughout.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

He has had two coronary bypass surgeries but remains robust and sharp witted.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2022

I would have hoped that under such circumstances, I'd be noble and brave and quick witted.

From Salon • Jul. 23, 2022

“I was my college’s battle champion. Battle rapping is a little bit like comedy. Improvising, being quick witted, taking the piss out of yourself and your mates.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2017

The Mother Paula’s vandal had displayed a dark sense of humor that didn’t fit the Matherson boy’s dim- witted criminal history.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen