quick-thinking
adjectiveUK /ˌkwɪkˈθɪŋkɪŋ/
US /ˌkwɪkˈθɪŋkɪŋ/
Able to think of good ideas very fast.
The quick-thinking girl caught the falling glass before it hit the floor.
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2. Thinking rapidly and clearly in a difficult situation.
His quick-thinking response saved the team from a big mistake.
3. Having a mind that reacts fast to new information.
Quick-thinking players can change their plan during the game.
4. Showing fast, clever judgment.
She made a quick-thinking choice to take the safer road.