sharp-witted
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In his letter, which features photos of the pair, Lord Mandelson described Jeffrey Epstein as his "best pal", and an "intelligent, sharp-witted man".
From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025
The duo’s sharp-witted lyrics, relentless rhythm and uncontainable passion ensured that their performance would be etched in memory as one of the highlights of the evening.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2025
Gwen Crockett said her daughter was a sharp-witted speaker from a young age.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2024
Zephaniah, who was born in Birmingham in central England on April 15, 1958, was a sharp-witted and often provocative presence across British media as well as regularly performing at political gatherings and demonstrations.
From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023
He was a bachelor, a man of sixty or so, plump and sharp-witted.
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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