1
as in to inform
to give information to
wised him up to some of the more effective tricks of salesmanship
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2
as in to realize
to come to an awareness of
she eventually wised up to the fact that he was taking advantage of her
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wise (up)
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The assessment will inform a potential request by Gov. Tony Evers for a presidential disaster declaration, which would unlock federal aid.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025 -
Steve Haney, who represents Beasley, said a lawyer from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York informed him of Beasley’s status within the investigation last week.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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While some cause serious, potentially life-threatening illness, others aren’t harmful, and people don’t always realize they’re infected.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
18 Aug. 2025
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Her partner didn’t realize something was wrong until the following Saturday, when the two would normally spend the weekend together, Richard Owen said.—
Susannah Cullinane,
CNN Money,
18 Aug. 2025
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Experts recommend getting the COVID-19 vaccine now, but advise waiting until later September or early October for the flu vaccine.—
Beth Warren,
The Tennessean,
23 Aug. 2025
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One program called Student Support Services (SSS) provides tutoring, advising and other assistance to at-risk college students.—
Michael Vasquez,
NPR,
22 Aug. 2025
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But on Monday, Aug. 18, the Waco Police Department said a Dodge Caravan was discovered in the Brazos River.—
Mike Stunson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Aug. 2025
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More than a dozen graves have been discovered, with the deceased buried in a fetal position with their arms crossed on their chests, experts said in the release.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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After a year and a half of self-discovery, Sekou tells Billboard that his upcoming nine-song project is a deliberate departure from his previous music, evolving from emotional piano ballads to something more vibrant and upbeat.—
Noah Reardon,
Billboard,
18 Aug. 2025
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Verdict: Another case of points totals not telling the full story — Bearman is emerging as the faster Haas driver and Ocon is rapid.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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When employees see their feedback is heard and reflected in decisions, trust grows—and so does participation.—
Aaron Edgell,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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But hearing about what her family lived through during the Second World War and the Cultural Revolution for the first time was transformative—Chinese history struck her as the stuff of epic storytelling.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
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As the experts noted, the executive order only instructs the Department of Labor to review existing regulations and guidance around alternative investments.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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For Nautilus and Mach-E vehicle owners, Ford will mail owner notification letters instructing them to take their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the part replaced.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who’s hoping to see Byrne reunite with Talking Heads is out of luck.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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The Enquirer reached out to Kings Island following the announcement of the ride's closure to see what would replace Boo Blasters and if the building would be torn down.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Wise (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wise%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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