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How to pronounce wits in American English
“wits” pronunciation by American speakers
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“wits” in real sentences — American speakers
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have to have your wits about you.
Smithsonian Air & Space
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from one of those message boards by a Comcast customer who is at his wits end
FTC
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I think that the best way moving forward in any situation is to gather your wits
FEMA
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