quick-thinking

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Some quick thinking from second baseman Miguel Rojas also helped preserve Sasaki’s strong start.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Their impeccable hearing and quick thinking were rewarded by the Austrian emperor, who bestowed the pretzel bakers with their own coat of arms featuring two lions holding a massive pretzel.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

"They mean the world to me. I'll never be able to repay them but their quick thinking and their bravery, I'll never forget, and I'll never be able to thank them enough."

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025

Alexander also praised the train's driver, whose quick thinking ensured it was able to make an unscheduled emergency stop at Huntingdon in central England that allowed passengers to escape the train.

From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025

At those words, Minli sat up and her eyes flashed with quick thinking.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin