as in cautious
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
kept a wary eye out for signs of the enemy
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Recent Examples of wary
Be wary of sodium Pay attention to the amount of salt in foods.
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Andrea Kane, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
Look for partners who demonstrate responsible IP enforcement and be wary of any overly aggressive or even needless litigation tactics.
—Keegan Caldwell, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
The Blackhawks also have to be wary of the cap floor next season.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
Ukraine, wary of straining ties with Washington, its biggest ally, had suggested that the meeting would aim to stop the feud from escalating into an out-of-control dispute.
—Constant Méheut, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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Andrea Kane, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
Look for partners who demonstrate responsible IP enforcement and be wary of any overly aggressive or even needless litigation tactics.
—Keegan Caldwell, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
The Blackhawks also have to be wary of the cap floor next season.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
Ukraine, wary of straining ties with Washington, its biggest ally, had suggested that the meeting would aim to stop the feud from escalating into an out-of-control dispute.
—Constant Méheut, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wary
Adjective
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The market remains cautious about suggesting any change could come soon.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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But just as smartphones and the internet are powerful tools to broaden their horizons, parents and caregivers are right to be cautious about exactly what their teens are posting on the day-to-day.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There’s potential for clarity in resolving any lingering tension, but also be careful not to speak too rashly.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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In comments at the Morgan Stanley media conference, the Fox CEO was again extremely careful to stress that the goal is not to cannibalize linear television and Fox will not advertise it on linear television but is meant purely to capture those who cut the cord or have never subscribed to cable.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
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In the era of Tame Impala and Arcade Fire, these three tracks sound eerily prescient – more alert and vital than your average 53 year-old archaeological artifact.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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Pre-bedtime activities should not be vigorous or engaging enough to make the body and mind more alert.—
Amy Kwan,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Wary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wary. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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