You have a ready wit. Let me know when it's ready.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A comment mocking someone's quick wit.
- In plain terms
- Your wit is never ready.
- What can you take from it?
- Wit should be timely to work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is timing key to wit?
Another view
It is a standard comeback.
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