instinctively wary

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To be cautious based on natural instinct rather than reason.

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Examples (10)

  • The stray cat was instinctively wary of human touch.
  • She found herself instinctively wary of the stranger's overly friendly demeanor.
  • Even as a child, he was instinctively wary of loud noises.
  • Newcomers to the city often feel instinctively wary of unsolicited advice.
  • My gut feeling told me to be instinctively wary of the sudden offer.
  • Despite his charming smile, I remained instinctively wary of his intentions.
  • A deer in the forest is instinctively wary of any sudden movement.
  • They became instinctively wary after their previous bad experience.
  • You should always be instinctively wary of deals that seem too good to be true.
  • The investor, having been burned before, was instinctively wary of volatile markets.