wary
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She added she was aware of the risks and wary of any pressure from potential donors.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Airline executives descend on Rio this weekend to weigh the prospects for an industry grappling with geopolitical turbulence, soaring fuel costs and travellers wary of chasing sky-high ticket prices.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Even if the rumors are true that Paramount and CBS executives are growing wary of Weiss and her impact, the overhaul of 60 Minutes is not likely to end.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
They were wary — because they’re smart — of someone from Hollywood coming in to document what they were doing and asking questions.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
A pair of bright yellow eyes gazed through the foliage at me, and there was a dull, wary growl.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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