U1 - Vocabulary: Advanced words and phrases

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wise up (phrasal verb)

to become aware of the unpleasant truth about a situation.

e.g. Some insurers have wised up to the fact that their clients were getting very cheap insurance.

e.g. It's time to wise up and tell those around you that enough is enough.