sharp-witted
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of sharp-witted
First recorded in 1580–90
Example Sentences
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He has had two coronary bypass surgeries but remains robust and sharp witted.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2022
Mahathir has had two coronary bypass surgeries but was still robust and sharp witted.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 26, 2022
“You are right in saying you are singular,” interposed Aunt Temple, who was rather sharp witted, and had intensely black eyes.
From The Big Otter by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)
Alice is a sharp witted, sensible child of the London streets.
From Changing Winds A Novel by Ervine, St. John G. (St. John Greer)
But Glenormiston was smiling, and these sharp witted slum bairns exchanged knowing glances.
From Greyfriars Bobby by Atkinson, Eleanor Stackhouse
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