as in aware
having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind
he's ware of the dangers that await him in the Antarctic
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as in to notice
to be cautious of or on guard against
a hunter yelling to his dog, "Ware the porcupine!"
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as in commodity
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Recent Examples of ware
Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2023
With this doll, Ariel can transform from mermaid tail to human waring a dress with just a push of a button (in her shell necklace).
—Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2023
Josh Miller, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
And these same policies not only hastened the rise of a peer adversary—China—but also left the United States highly dependent on Chinese wares.
—Jennifer M. Harris, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Keiko Masumoto’s vessels best represent the beauty of the exhibition by combining the 12th century practice of Shigaraki ware with Pokémon — for example, Charizard pokes its limbs out of a traditional ceramic jar.
—Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2023
With this doll, Ariel can transform from mermaid tail to human waring a dress with just a push of a button (in her shell necklace).
—Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 8 July 2023
Noun
But many booth owners take great care on their displays and spend their free time arranging their wares just so.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
And these same policies not only hastened the rise of a peer adversary—China—but also left the United States highly dependent on Chinese wares.
—Jennifer M. Harris, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ware
Adjective
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But he’s also gotta be aware of a lot of his tackles are gonna be below the knees.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2025
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Goldenberg says in the future, rank-and-file attendees need to be aware of those signs — and act on them by alerting someone.—
Andrew Lapin,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
Verb
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Karen Walsh began to notice a change in her husband back in 2017.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
30 May 2025
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Other journalists noticed a drop-off in performance for the convertibles, and probably more so than the mild weight gains of just about 100 lbs (45 kg) might suggest.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Five sketches by New York caricaturist Al Hirschfeld are also among the lots, as are pre-Colombian pottery pieces, turn-of-the century weather vanes, and a Byzantine processional cross.—
Francesca Aton for ArtNews,
Robb Report,
21 May 2025
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To make the display look interesting, stand some books upright and stack larger books horizontally to serve as pedestals for decorative items like a picture frame or piece of pottery.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Some of the most compelling scenes in Amrum focus on the economy of conflict and how war turns basic commodities — eggs, flour and even sugar — into luxury goods.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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Six of general manager Kyle Davidson’s eight first-round picks from the last three years are already in the NHL, and all of them either show tremendous promise or are proven commodities.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Pro tip: Don't settle for paper plates, bring your best china from home.—
Sydney Bergan,
USA Today,
6 May 2025
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Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This process, called accretion, is how everything in the solar system – planets, moons, comets and asteroids – came into being.—
Lucas Brefka,
The Conversation,
19 May 2025
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Regardless, this round of the series is not resonating with my adult, parenting self or my inner sullen teen, i.e. the part of my being that guides many of my rash decisions and dictates my slouchy posture.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Squeegee The Shower Mayr acknowledges that not everyone wants the hassle, but using a squeegee after showers will keep glass, porcelain, and tile looking clean for longer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
20 May 2025
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As portrayed by Leonardo, Ginevra boasts smooth bronze curls, a flawless porcelain complexion, an elegant neck and noble bearing.—
E.R. Zarevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 May 2025
Noun
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After splitting for good, the former spouses found new love.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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The first Trump administration used this act to tariff Chinese goods after finding that China engaged in unfair intellectual property practices.—
Jill Goldenziel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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“Ware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ware. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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