“I've been called a smart ass many times and given the same response "I'd rather be known as a smart ass than a dumb ass”

“...because being a smart-ass is always preferable to being a dumb-ass.”

“I wish I were half as smart as I think I am.”

“Gee, thanks Dad. I promise to be a good boy and play nice with the other kids.(Kyrian)Smart ass.(Julian)Better than a dumb ass.(Kyrian)”

“Booth: "You're a smart ass, you know that?"Brennan: "Objectively I'd say I'm very smart, although it has nothing to do with my ass.”

“…if you’re going to be a smart ass you should start with being smart, otherwise, you’re really just an ass.”

“The world, a tired performer, offers us another half-assed season.”