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Avere la battuta pronta

To always have a witty remark

Literal Translation

"To have the quip ready"

What it means

To always have a witty remark / to be quick with a joke

Example in context

"Ha sempre la battuta pronta — fa ridere tutti."

"He always has a witty remark ready — he makes everyone laugh."

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