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Streetwise

usgb/ˈstriːtwaɪz/Volume
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Urban Savviness

Refers to someone's adaptability and cleverness in navigating city life and its challenges.

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Despite her youth, she's remarkably streetwise, dodging pickpockets with ease.
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Not Book-Smart

Being streetwise involves practical knowledge, not necessarily academic or formal education.

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He's not great at science, but he's streetwise enough to bargain at the flea market.
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Problem Solving

It includes the ability to anticipate and effectively deal with potential urban problems.

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She might be new in town, but her streetwise instincts got her home when she lost her map.
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