reflexes

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the ability to react quickly:

good reflexes Fighter pilots need good reflexes.

fast reflexes She has really fast reflexes, honed by all the video games she plays.

His lightning reflexes and competitive spirit made him a brilliant driver.

I admired her catlike reflexes.

This results in a temporary loss of protective reflexes.

You have to keep your reflexes sharp when you're a cyclist.

Inevitably, your reflexes slow down as you get older.