leery

variants also leary

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of leery The Republican governor has been leery of the more visually violent execution method. Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2025 The Canucks, however, are leery about such a valuation to this point. Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 5 Mar. 2025 To an already leery viewer, Meghan lacking the openness and vulnerability that would allow a naysayer to connect with and change their opinion of her doesn’t help. Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Mar. 2025 But judging from some of the commentary online, passengers are confused and perhaps leery of hopping on an airplane. Barbara Peterson, AFAR Media, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for leery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leery
Adjective
  • And critics are still wary of its original incentive model, which offered cryptocurrency (Worldcoin tokens) to those who signed up.
    Jennifer Jolly, USA Today, 2 May 2025
  • From the start, two things are abundantly clear: Indy is wary of the creepy old house, and his affection for Todd is unwavering.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 May 2025
Adjective
  • So for a couple of reasons, the Red Sox are playing it cautious with Anthony, even with the latest foot injury, undoubtedly to the frustration of most of their fan base.
    Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
  • While public support for cannabis legalization has grown, recent events indicate a more cautious approach.
    Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Listen, many Gomez fans were skeptical when the singer confirmed her relationship with the prolific music producer back in December 2023.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Some are skeptical given his slight wingspan and arm length and wonder if a move to left guard may eventually be necessary.
    Chad Graff, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025

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“Leery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leery. Accessed 5 May. 2025.

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