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Telegram About Marine Initially Confounded Smart Alec Crossword Clue

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noun

• an upstart who makes conceited, sardonic, insolent comments

33%6Smart Alec at last given prize
adjective satellite

• showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

• mentally quick and resourceful

• showing inventiveness and skill

33%7Smart alec
noun

• someone who thinks he knows everything and refuses to accept advice or information from others

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