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Wary: Being cautious and watchful

Pronounced as Way (emphasized) + Ree {Listen to it here}

It comes from Old English Warian meaning to be on guard. It is also the root of the word – Beware meaning to be vigilant.

Situational Uses:

• During an economic downturn, even the brokers are wary of the stock-markets.
• Be wary of the recent barrage of emails claiming that you’ve won a prize.

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