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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Recent Examples of ware
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
january 30, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
As the imperial capital for over 1,000 years, the city was a magnet for wealth and culture, and that rich history remains alive today in traditions like kaiseki cuisine, Kyo-ware ceramics, Yuzen silk dyeing, sake brewing, and classical drama forms like Kabuki and Noh (a type of theatrical dance).
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 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
Health inspectors noted violations including lack of hot water, unsafe food storage and improper manual ware-washing procedures, poor cleanliness and equipment that needed repair.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
As the imperial capital for over 1,000 years, the city was a magnet for wealth and culture, and that rich history remains alive today in traditions like kaiseki cuisine, Kyo-ware ceramics, Yuzen silk dyeing, sake brewing, and classical drama forms like Kabuki and Noh (a type of theatrical dance).
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ware
Adjective
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The industry has been well aware of the risks of the types of chemical accidents that can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, posing the risk of an explosion.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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The schedule looks to ease up in June, but the Cubs are well aware that nothing is guaranteed.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The ability to notice emotional shifts in others is a key part of developing empathy, one of the highest forms of emotional intelligence.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Fans also noticed that the show didn’t tag any of its contestants’ Instagram handles in this year’s announcement and that comments are already restricted on the Islanders’ personal pages, leading to speculation that the show has put new social media safeguards in place to alleviate harassment.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Plus, there will be an arts and crafts fair, showcasing local painters, pottery, handmade jewelry, clothing and more.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2026
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Classes range from perfume to pottery, and a robust calendar includes concert and speaker series.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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Combine that with watching regulatory, trade, geopolitical and commodity trends moving your customers' businesses.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
26 May 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
Noun
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Toilets are mostly made with a porcelain glaze that can attract more bacteria over time once harsh cleaners start to wear down this protective finish.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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The restaurants have handmade porcelain crockery and luxury Riedel glassware.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Boroff and Markham then went deep against Dorn in back-to-back at-bats in the seventh to give Troy the lead for good.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
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This is something that SpaceX and Amazon are doing, but the smaller companies want to get a piece of that pie – or whatever other baked goods are applicable.—
David Szondy
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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