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wary

adjective

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Meaning

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Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.

Example Sentence

She was wary of strangers after her wallet was stolen.

Usage Note

Use 'wary' when describing someone who is being careful and watchful because they think something might be dangerous or cause problems.