to wit

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The crude special effects won’t win her an Oscar, but on TikTok, perfection takes a backseat to wit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2023

As we wrap up the year, I’ve got a few random recommendations for 2022 crime books I read this year that didn’t make it into previous columns, to wit:

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2022

To Tracy, to wit: I don't hate flying.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 2022

But before Congress rushes to create a new Department of Algorithm Review, I suggest we recall Walt Kelly’s comment in his comic strip, “Pogo,” to wit: “We have met the enemy, and he is us.”

From Washington Post • Oct. 26, 2021

This functionary I met, swelling with importance, but a trifle blown from the frequent sounding of his clarion, to wit, a japanned fish-horn.

From Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast by Drake, Samuel Adams