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word to the wise



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They wanted to rip me off and, so, a word to the wise this holiday season:

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 23, 2024

Just one word to the wise, Mr. Zaslav: Don’t park in Clint Eastwood’s spot.

From New York Times • Apr. 10, 2022

But word to the wise: There could be security implications of using your own device.

From Washington Post • Feb. 7, 2022

A word to the wise: send them an email or text asking if the request is genuine.

From The Verge • Dec. 7, 2021

Let’s hope the ride will soon be over. sadder BUTWiSER.Some people are sadder but wiser after hearing a word to the wise.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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