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sharp-witted

[shahrp-wit-id] / ˈʃɑrpˈwɪt ɪd /




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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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