| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| BACKLASH | Quick, sharp recoil | |
| RIPOSTE | Quick sharp return | |
| RAP | Quick sharp blow | |
| SNIP-SNAP | Quick; short; sharp; smart. | |
| GLEG | Quick of perception; alert; sharp. | |
| SNELL | Active; brisk; nimble; quick; sharp. | |
| TINK | A sharp, quick sound; a tinkle. | |
| YELP | A sharp, quick cry; a bark. | |
| SMACKING | A sharp, quick noise; a smack. | |
| RIPOST | A quick and sharp refort; a repartee. | |