smart-assed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for smart-assed
Adjective
  • His grousing is interrupted by some very cute uncle moments with Maria and Tommy’s son, Benji, then Joel takes off just as Tommy gets back.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Snake Bird Vintage has a fantastic array of clothing and accessories in a cute repurposed garage.
    Kara Franker, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The art of bluffing in itself, which is what the movie is all about, isn’t something to be flippant about.
    Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Feb. 2025
  • Claiming ignorance or hyper-fixating on a flippant detail from the past gets us nowhere.
    Claire Franken, TVLine, 23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Pearl Breed: Pit terrier mix Age: 2 years old Pearl is a cuddly, goofy, playful pup looking for her forever home.
    Trish Stinger, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2025
  • This delightfully playful scent emulates the popstar’s flirty energy courtesy of a dazzling blend of vine-ripe cherries spiked with plum nectar, that’s then deepened with dark chocolate, patchouli, and vanilla orchid.
    Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Smart-assed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smart-assed. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

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