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noun

smarts

noun
1
Intelligence or practical know-how.
"It takes real business smarts to survive in that industry."

How to Use Smarts

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In plain EnglishCleverness or savvy, especially practical intelligence.

When to use it

Informal — common in everyday speech rather than formal writing.

Common pairings
street smarts business smarts book smarts
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