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Bonjour, quick thinker!

A bon mot is a clever or witty remark, often delivered at just the right moment. The phrase comes from French, literally meaning "good word." If you've ever met someone who's the life of the party, chances are they know how to land a perfectly timed bon mot.

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September 24, 2025

bon mot

[ bon moh ] noun

a witty remark or comment; clever saying

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