become wary
Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words
To start to be cautious.
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- After the scam, she became extremely wary of online offers.
- As the shadows lengthened, the hikers became wary of their surroundings.
- He has become increasingly wary of strangers since the incident.
- People tend to become wary when promises sound too good to be true.
- You should become wary if a deal seems too good.
- They will become wary if they notice any inconsistencies.
- Having been cheated before, she naturally became wary of similar situations.
- The government became wary of the company's intentions.
- Over time, many investors become wary of volatile markets.
- If you become wary of a situation, it's best to proceed with caution.