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get 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. 1.(often with "to" or with "with") To be impertinent.
  2. 2.(often with "to") To become aware of or see through a deception.

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