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adjective

Definition of warenext
as in aware
having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind he's ware of the dangers that await him in the Antarctic

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ware

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verb

as in to notice
to be cautious of or on guard against a hunter yelling to his dog, "Ware the porcupine!"

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ware

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noun

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as in pottery

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as in commodity

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Recent Examples of ware
Adjective
One out of two faucets were unable to dispense hot water at the bar’s ware washing sink. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado january 30, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
The popular China internet fund, the KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB), is down more than 40% from its record in October amid ongoing concerns over AI valuations and trade ware flare-ups. — Oliver Renick, CNBC, 1 July 2026 The facility had broken and loose tiles and standing water in front of the three compartment ware wash sink. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado june 19, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ware
  1. aware
  2. notice
  3. pottery
  4. commodity
  5. mind
  6. china
  7. being
  8. watch
Adjective
  • With elite experience and versatility, Cancelo is a bargain signing for Flick and Barça while already aware of how things work at the Spotify Camp Nou tactically and cultureally.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Drivers should pay extra attention while passing through work zones and be aware of all workers and repair equipment.
    — Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of aware
Verb
  • The company noticed the order, reached out, and built a formal marketing relationship from there.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the Amica Center for Immigrant Rights, a legal services nonprofit, has been noticing an uptick in ICE arrests at airports around the region.
    — Dennis Valera, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of notice
Noun
  • In Kanab, Utah, the Moqui Cave museum showcases a massive collection of Native American artifacts, including pottery and arrowheads.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026
  • In the 1770s, Josiah Wedgwood transformed pottery from a local craft into one of the first modern consumer brands.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of pottery
Noun
  • Ryan McKay, head of commodity strategy at TD Securities, told CNBC that Iran is seeking primary control over transit through the strait.
    — , CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Players exposed by other franchises in the expansion draft were largely unproven commodities.
    — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of commodity
Verb
  • While reflecting on the lasting impact of her biggest hits, Dayne, 64, tells PEOPLE that a recent backstage conversation with Swift, 36, at the 55th Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala immediately came to mind.
    — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
  • Back in February everyone was minding their own business when the musician had an announcement.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of mind
Noun
  • That said, the designer is all for finding creative ways to display your china that don't involve keeping pretty plates and bowls behind closed doors.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
  • Tables were set with ornate china, colored crystal glasses, silver candelabra, antique tureens, and monumental centerpieces.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
Definition of china
Noun
  • Spreading this kind of malicious rhetoric directed at beings who can’t defend themselves is common on Gutfeld’s show.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Peter seems to be the only one who is immune, which is why DODC chief Bill Metzger (Tramell Tillman) seeks his help in capturing the mysterious being.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of being
Verb
  • Skilled Photoshop artists spent years mastering masking, selections and retouching techniques, only to watch AI remove a complex background with a single click.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026
  • For several days, millions of people watched Simon — a 7-year-old Jindo-skewing mix — journey toward taking his final breath.
    — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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