streetwise
Example Sentences
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They fielded a streetwise strike partnership of Theo Robinson and Simon Cox, but White was unflustered as Newport secured a 2-0 win.
From BBC
Indeed, when it comes to being streetwise at international level, few can top the Italians.
From Seattle Times
Growing up in Naples in the 1970s, Petrillo says she was a "streetwise kid" who often got into fist fights.
From BBC
West Ham have stolen Wolves’ identity this season, assuming their role replacing them as miserly, streetwise Big Six-botherers.
From The Guardian
Brown — flamboyant, dapper, outspoken, streetwise — became the first Black Assembly speaker and the first Black San Francisco mayor.
From Los Angeles Times
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