- present tense form of smart (3rd person singular).
smarts
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Camera smarts: In the camera’s Siri mode, point the camera at an object and tap the Siri icon for an immediate response.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
Now coach Thomas Randolph is looking to utilize his athleticism and smarts as a receiver.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
New Zealand's smarts initially defused the fire and fury inside the cauldron, however.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Americans are abandoning the belief that smarts and effort are the best ways to get ahead in life, according to new research, underscoring the pessimism many people have about their chances at financial success.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
The seven bucks he took off me still smarts, even though we’re friendly now.
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
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