streetwise

Example Sentences

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Rangers could have been more streetwise when re-establishing their two-goal lead and Rohl laid down the gauntlet to his players.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

They will need to do far better against a City side that could be too sharp and streetwise for them, but their age is not an excuse.

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026

Paxton is a sweet and eager missionary born into the faith; Barnes joined by way of her mother’s conversion and seems a bit more streetwise.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2024

They are playing like a Dyche team too - hardworking and streetwise, but with a bit of quality too.

From BBC • Oct. 24, 2024

“You want fair? How come a kid as streetwise as you seem to be is so naive when it comes to real life?”

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers