quick on the draw
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quick on the draw
adjective quicker on the draw · quickest on the draw
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Characterized by rapid response, as to a verbal remark or to a new situation; quick to act.
Wal, if a man can stand the loneliness, an' if he's quick on the draw, mebbe lone-wolfin' it is the best.
Similar: quick-witted
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