The internet slang term “Wake up and smell the coffee” means to become aware of the reality of a situation or to recognize and accept the truth. It is often used to urge someone to stop being ignorant or oblivious to something obvious.
Examples:
1. It’s time to wake up and smell the coffee—your favorite sports team is not going to win this year. They have been performing poorly all season.
2. Hey, wake up and smell the coffee! Your friend has been taking advantage of your kindness for too long. It’s time to stand up for yourself.
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