as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
only his unceasing wariness saved the party of skiers from an avalanche
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as in cautious
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
kept a wary eye out for signs of the enemy
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Recent Examples of wariness
Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Their initial wariness soon gives way to friendship and, to Nico’s amazement, a mysterious house, where aunt Gela lives with her faithful dog, is actually full of secrets; and, some claim, vengeful Sicilian spirits.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Many international aid groups, wary of collaborating with a repressive regime known for its persecution of women and girls, have since pulled out of the country.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
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Noun
No other piece of music this year so eloquently captured fin de siècle wariness, the gnawing sense that a new, scary, and potentially enlightening world may be only two years away.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Their initial wariness soon gives way to friendship and, to Nico’s amazement, a mysterious house, where aunt Gela lives with her faithful dog, is actually full of secrets; and, some claim, vengeful Sicilian spirits.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Harsh punishments like yelling or spraying can make cats wary, damaging trust.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Many international aid groups, wary of collaborating with a repressive regime known for its persecution of women and girls, have since pulled out of the country.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wariness
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However, with the growth of social media and consumer advocacy, retailers are being more cautious about communications to prevent backfiring, not only from investors and analysts but from their core customer base.—
Shelley E. Kohan,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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And then finally, layoffs…If prices rise, consumers grow more cautious.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The incident response was out of an abundance of caution, according to Phoenix police spokesperson Sgt.—
Stacey Barchenger,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This slice of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, at the far eastern edge of Lake Michigan, is an International Dark Sky Park and continues to take careful steps to preserve and protect the nighttime environment, an absolute necessity for the ideal northern lights viewing experience.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
19 Aug. 2025
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Be careful not to use harsh chemicals like bleach, as this can damage or discolor the countertops.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
19 Aug. 2025
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The scene serves as a powerful example of prudence, which is often misunderstood, as the team faces the challenging decision of how to save and manage the energy needed to bring the module back.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Singapore's reputation for financial prudence and high savings is showing signs of strain.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Crews are remaining alert to the likely possibility of finding additional starts in the next few days.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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As of Wednesday afternoon, the boy was conscious and alert and listed in stable condition, Gunn said.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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One of Guevara’s children relies on him for long-term medical care, according to the ACLU.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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King County Executive Shannon Braddock had an optimistic response to the increase in costs, saying the fiscal challenges provide opportunities for the board to take greater care in building Sound Transit’s transportation system.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The cautiousness in spending extends to teachers That cautiousness in spending extends to teachers.—
Adrienne Roberts,
Freep.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Thirty-three states have enacted legislation regarding school cellphone usage amid a growing push to restrict students’ smartphone access in schools, primarily due to mental health and concerns about academic attentiveness.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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This helps replicate the attentiveness of an in-store associate at scale.—
Charisma Glassman,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Wariness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wariness. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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