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Rareget wise
The correct spelling is get wise.
How to pronounce get wise
verb
Say it like: Jet- wi-se
The correct spelling is get wise. (often with "to" or with "with") To be impertinent. For example: "He was getting wise, so I cracked him one."
Usage Examples
“He was getting wise, so I cracked him one.”
“Last night, I thought he'd sign the deal, but this morning he'd got wised somehow.”
Definition
verb
- 1.(often with "to" or with "with") To be impertinent.
- 2.(often with "to") To become aware of or see through a deception.
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