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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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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as in commodity
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Recent Examples of ware
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 30, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The two open shelves offer versatile storage for bottles of booze (as the name implies), excess books, or serving-ware for your upcoming dinner party.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
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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
Offer plastic ware, condiments, etc.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The two open shelves offer versatile storage for bottles of booze (as the name implies), excess books, or serving-ware for your upcoming dinner party.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ware
Adjective
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Timothy Hawkins said the command was aware of reports and looking into the situation.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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The sisters are reportedly aware of this and are now planning their next steps.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Many are noticing the impact their reliance on technology has had on their relationships, and are craving real personal connections.—
Staff Author,
Parents,
7 June 2026
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Some consumers didn't seem to notice, or care.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Nils Müller-Scheesel/Kiel University Researchers began to investigate the site in 2012, hoping to learn more about its ties to an important period in European history where both pottery and agriculture boomed.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.—
Ella Field,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Trump knows, if the war doesn’t end soon, global oil, fertilizer and other commodities shortages will clamp down on the global economy.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Verb
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This wasn’t just any frock, mind you.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Norway may not bring to mind white-sand beaches and turquoise water, but the small island of Sommarøy in northern Norway may change that.—
Dobrina Zhekova,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
Noun
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The French china, silver and white tablecloths matter, but only as part of a larger idea of luxury.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The marble kitchen is complemented by a matching butler’s pantry custom-designed to show off your china and glassware.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Racists dismissed them as lesser beings, demeaned them and made life hard for all people of color — whites-only facilities and hard jobs.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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Robinson allowed Russell to remain out of custody for the time being, but ordered him to report to prison on July 13.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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And Wrobleski nodded, as if in acceptance, before turning to watch the ball fly over the wall in center field for a solo homer.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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As Toomey looked for a seat to watch the race that day at Balboa Stadium, he was spotted by his old cross-country coach at Palo Alto High School, Forrest Jamieson.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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