A word to the wise: check the weather before you leave.
word to the wise
idiomA brief piece of advice.
Origin
disputed originFrom a longer saying: "A word to the wise is sufficient".
A word to the wise, you should probably finish that report before the meeting starts.
As a word to the wise, he suggested that she diversify her investments before the market became too volatile.
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bad word
A vulgar word.
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breathe a word
To divulge even part of a secret (usually used with a negative).
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dicky
[Cockney slang]word
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dirty word
The name of a topic that a person prefers not to hear or discuss.
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from the word go
From the very beginning; from the outset; immediately upon starting.
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get the word out
To make some information more widely known.
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hang on every word
To be completely attentive to what another person is saying.
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have a quiet word
To speak to someone in private.