be wary of

Example Sentences

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Many will also likely be wary of a backlash from their own people.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

It said huge crowds packing the streets of Paris for the Arsenal-Paris Saint-Germain Champions League football final, as well as the French Open tennis and major concerts should be wary of weather alerts.

From Barron's • May 30, 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

So, when should we trust our instincts, and when should we be wary of them?

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell