nitwit
Example Sentences
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He makes doctors appear to be nitwits who are easily influenced by the lure of a sales rep bearing goodies.
From Forbes • Feb. 18, 2015
The aging nitwits of “Dumb and Dumber To” – a sequel 20 years in the making – defeated the “Big Hero 6” kids to win the weekend box office race.
From New York Times • Nov. 16, 2014
Even in a big snowstorm you usually see a plow or a couple of nitwits walking along.
From Washington Post • Apr. 19, 2013
Like many experts, Elliott often condescends to parents as if we’re nitwits.
From Slate • Aug. 3, 2012
Dasch wasn't impressed with many of them, calling them "a bunch of nitwits."
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
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