English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "keep your wits about you" Mean?
Learn what "keep your wits about you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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This isn't happening. We can't give up. Keep your wits about you.
It means stay alert, calm, and mentally sharp.
From The Phoenix Conspiracy, Episode 46
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone tells another person to stay alert and think clearly.
Usage Scenario
Use this to warn someone to be careful and think clearly in a risky situation. It sounds natural in written and spoken English, but is a bit old-fashioned.
Better ways to say it
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Keep your wits about you.
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Stay alert.
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Keep calm and stay sharp.
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