be wary
Example Sentences
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The news show has only had a handful of executive producers in its nearly 60-year run, and its staff can be wary of outsiders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
“I think we really need to be wary of creating new police departments in general, but especially without a clear case and clear constraints and accountability mechanisms.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
There are some good reasons to be wary of cruises.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
While investors might be wary of making trades based on the unpredictable situation in the Middle East, the helium shortage looks likely to last.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
“Not every man is what he seems, and a prince especially has good cause to be wary... but go too far down that road, and the mistrust can poison you, make you sour and fearful.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
