phrase[ plural ] intelligence and the ability to think quickly: 机智;头脑 She learned to survive on her wits.她学会了靠自己的头脑生存。 She was on her own and had to live by her wits. It rapidly became a battle of wits. It's tough out there and you really have to rely on your wits. It's a game of wits and really keeps you on your toes. See also
wit(INTELLIGENCE)
wits | American Dictionary
wits plural noun us/wɪts/ practical intelligence or understanding: She’s learned to survive on her wits.