warily

Example Sentences

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“Emma, I’m worried about something,” she said, warily eyeing my pasta bolognese.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

McLaren's duelling pair of world championship leader Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris will be looking warily in their rear-view mirrors this weekend at the United States Grand Prix for Max Verstappen.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

With so much at stake, neighbourhood clubs organising pujas have to tread warily.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2024

“I didn’t realize there was press here,” he said warily.

From Slate • Aug. 21, 2024

Penelope stood up warily and looked around in wonder.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood