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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
Celebrate tomato girl summer and make memories over a plate of pasta, a Caprese salad, or a bowl of tomato bisque—all served up in tomato-ware. — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026 Senate Bill 54 requires, by 2032, a 25% reduction in single-use plastic packaging and food service ware; that 100% of such packaging sold in the state be recyclable or compostable; and that 65% of single-use plastic packaging actually be recycled. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 1 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
  • Buckingham Palace has, however, been aware of that judgment since last Thursday.
    — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
  • City officials were made aware of the potential dangers the fireworks were posing for the departing and arriving flights.
    — Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of aware
Verb
  • Court documents say witnesses noticed Lopez acting strangely before the attack.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Soon though, Shawna noticed some of Zaayer's strange behaviors — including scolding her grandson, getting upset over cleaning habits and allegedly showing them racist videos.
    — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of notice
Noun
  • Since February, archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry, pottery and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people or members of the society’s upper classes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
  • Rooms have been built, pottery has been made, and families have been raised on these cliffs as people of different cultures came and went.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Definition of pottery
Noun
  • Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • Another policy change, overtly focused on increasing revenue in the local mining sector when commodity prices rise, was the introduction of a new sliding scale gold royalty system that links state revenues to rising bullion prices.
    — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of commodity
Verb
  • Owners who live close to a quality shop, have open schedules and don’t mind handling drop-offs and pickups may find the traditional route just as effective at a lower price.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • The friendly and caring staff, helpful locals who don’t mind pointing out smart strategies for holes ahead and beautiful setting wins my high five not just for women, but for all level golfers, male or female.
    — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 9 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
  • Joan Jett & the Blackhearts own this song with every ounce of their being.
    — Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026
  • Surfshark is here to upgrade that experience while protecting your online activity from unscrupulous beings and saving you money, too.
    — Stephanie Barnes, PC Magazine, 7 July 2026
Definition of being
Verb
  • San Clemente, San Juan Hills, Huntington Beach, Downey and Carson are the teams to watch.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Viewers can watch on ABC, ABC News Live, the ESPN App, Freeform, FX and National Geographic.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of watch

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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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