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what's what
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1.
General English
informal
colloquial
The true state of affairs; the facts or the correct understanding of a situation.
Knowing how things stand or being able to distinguish what is important or real.
2.
General English
informal
colloquial
dated
To tell someone 'what's what': to correct, set straight, or put someone in their place by explaining the facts or asserting authority.
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