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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
  • On the day of the fire, Farinacci was aware Spokane County was under a red flag warning and conditions were ideal to start a fire, according to Drapeau.
    — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Asked about any projects with varying zones in a low-density residential area, Smith said city community development staff were not aware of another similar example.
    — Rose Evans August 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of aware
Verb
  • Orange County beachgoers notice that there's a lot of stingrays lately, and lifeguards say the warm water, especially in places where the surf is relatively calm, is contributing to a dramatic increase in the number of stingray incidents.
    — Michele Gile, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Apartments with sticky floors and landlords absentee enough not to notice, or care, if a living room became a mosh pit.
    — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of notice
Noun
  • Researchers found microscopic residue inside pottery vessels, shedding light on how people brewed beer-like drinks from millet, rice, wheat and barley more than 3,000 years ago.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Think drawings, kids’ pottery, a comfy sweatshirt from college, or an old tie that brings a smile.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of pottery
Noun
  • Copper Rush The copper ‘rush’ means the world’s most important industrial metal has overtaken gold as the hottest mineral commodity for investors as copper mining company shares move sharply higher.
    — Tim Treadgold, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • And here, wine is not just a commodity for drinking; it is shared, celebrated in events, and so deeply embedded in everyday life.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of commodity
Verb
  • For Arsenal, the mission to create their best possible squad for depth and quality requires some upgrades in certain areas, and Berta won’t mind being ruthless if a sacrifice here leads to a new crowning there.
    — Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Thinking of school supplies probably brings pencils, binders, and notebooks to mind, but not A/C units and furnaces.
    — Michael Abeyta, CBS News, 13 Aug. 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
  • These sad conventions; these American ways of being, pacing to the end of a block and back like hamsters.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The universe pairs real-world figures with young protagonists, folklore and mythical beings drawn from across the continent, with the goal of introducing Asian stories to global audiences.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of being
Verb
  • The question reflected my own years spent watching youth tournaments at Anaheim's American Sports Centers alongside thousands of volleyball families.
    — Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Does this study prove that watching television causes negative brain changes?
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of watch

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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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