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think on feet

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think on one's feet

Fig. to be able to speak and reason well while (standing and talking) in front of an audience, especially extemporaneously. She really thinks on her feet well. I am not able to think on my feet too well before a bunch of people.

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think on your feet

to think and react quickly An ability to think on your feet is important for a comedian.

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think on your feet

to think and react quickly, especially in a situation where things are happening very fast An ability to think on your feet is a definite advantage when you're doing live comedy shows.

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