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wary
/ˈwɛəɹ.i/
adjective
Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent
"He is wary of dogs."
Similar: careful, circumspect, scrupulous
Characterized by caution; guarded; careful; on one's guard
Thrifty, provident
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