make sb wary

Frequency: 5.03.2 per million words

To cause someone to become cautious.

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Examples (10)

  • The strange look in his eyes made me wary of accepting his offer.
  • Past failures make investors wary of risky ventures.
  • Her previous betrayal made him wary of trusting anyone again.
  • The company's recent scandals made consumers wary of their products.
  • A series of bad experiences can make people wary of trying new things.
  • His aggressive tone made everyone wary of approaching him.
  • The sudden price increase made me wary about buying the car.
  • Such a complex contract makes even experienced lawyers wary.
  • The government's ambiguous statements made the public increasingly wary.
  • Constant criticism can make a person wary of expressing their opinions.