Be wide

n.

Heard in Limerick, Cork and Armagh

Be careful and keep a sharp lookout. Also: remain vigilant.

In use

Be wide there while I go for a piss" "Be wide there while I roll this

Posh English

Keep a sharp lookout there whilst I retire to the lavatory. Keep a sharp lookout there whilst I roll this.

Same phrase, other counties

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  • Doggie wideVery alert and sharp; on the ball.