- plural of wit.
wits
Example Sentences
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One of the most famous episodes in Homer’s poem finds Odysseus and his men facing the Cyclops Polyphemus in his cave, where their struggle becomes a battle of wits: lies, taunts, a drunken ruse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
For those who retain their wits, the open questions are still interesting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
Nanos warned residents in Guthrie's affluent Catalina Foothills neighbourhood to "keep your wits about you".
From BBC ● Mar. 13, 2026
I am reasonably educated, and at 64, I still have most of my wits.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 12, 2026
She must rely on her wits a great deal.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
