brainy
Americanadjective
adjective
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Origin of brainy
Example Sentences
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While corvids and parrots are unquestionably brainy, they flounder with some cognitive tasks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
In a bright, charismatic performance, McCalla’s Elinor brings to life the character’s brainy charm and self-possession.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2025
With its blend of culinary history, intense challenges and playful banter, “Clash of the Cookbooks” feels like comfort viewing with a brainy twist, perfect to binge over the holiday break.
From Salon • Dec. 25, 2024
Ms Terry said people keep assuming she is "brainy" because she is studying for her fourth degree.
From BBC • May 28, 2024
All the brainy people in the audience, like Grace’s father and the district superintendent, chuckled.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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