3
subtle(adjective, sensitive, cunning, tactful, discreet)
3
urbane(adjective, sensitive, discreet, diplomatic, witty)
3
wily(adjective, cunning, subtle, tactful, suave)
2
ace(adjective, expert, skilled, capable, skillful)
2
active(adjective, smooth, tough, keen, sharp)
2
appropriate
2
bravura
2
calculating(adjective, cunning, subtle, tactful, suave)
2
consummate(ability, master, talent, adjective)
2
experienced(tough, keen, smart, intelligent, skilled)
2
facetious(adjective, witty)
2
first-rate(adjective, adverb, ability, master, talent)
2
fit(adjective, skilled, skillful, lithe)
2
flexible(adjective, quick, supple, timely, swift)
2
habile
2
inventive(adjective, witty)
2
light
2
perceptive(adjective, keen, sharp, smart, bright)
2
pointed(adjective, witty)
2
politic(sensitive, refined, subtle, tactful, discreet)
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