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ˈstreet·wise ADJ

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In many cases, streetwise priests form groups, associations, or communities, especially inclusive to laics. en.wikipedia.org

He often has a fiery temper and is streetwise -- possessing practical knowledge -- usually having never been educated in a formal setting. en.wikipedia.org

He is characterised as having streetwise ways and a disarming smile. en.wikipedia.org

It features a hen party, a young streetwise girl and a scary-looking vagrant. en.wikipedia.org

She is small, but squat and very tough and streetwise. en.wikipedia.org

It was to show the girls in an urban setting as the more streetwise variants of girl groups. en.wikipedia.org

The strip followed the experiences of a rural spinster raising her young cousin, a streetwise urban child. en.wikipedia.org

The lyrics contain an element of religious allegory as the singer boasts of his streetwise toughness. en.wikipedia.org

Critics describe the album as urbane and exotic, surreal and streetwise, and alive with invention and emotion. en.wikipedia.org

He appeared in 110 films between 1926 and 1945, often playing streetwise characters, from the city. en.wikipedia.org

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