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adjective

Definition of warenext
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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ware

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verb

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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ware

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noun

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as in pottery

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as in commodity

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Recent Examples of ware
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
The disparity is so severe that, according to a KPMG survey taken over the weekend, 48 percent of Canadian manufacturers plan to invest in production facilities in the U.S. specifically to make their wares without then having to export them across the border to their primary market. — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025 Its wares are lightweight, gossamer thin, and, crucially, designed to survive the dishwasher. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ware
  1. aware
  2. notice
  3. pottery
  4. commodity
  5. china
  6. being
  7. porcelain
  8. good
Adjective
  • Axios reported on Sunday that two senior White House officials acknowledged the administration was aware of and ignored the court order, with one suggesting the legal clash will end up in the U.S. Supreme Court.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
  • O'Brien argued the officers were well aware Chris Prichard was a serious threat to his wife.
    — Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of aware
Verb
  • Over time, Fineman noticed that Peach was growing more lethargic, agitated, and itchy, which interrupted the peace of his beloved routine.
    — Colson Thayer, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas keeps a tally of layoff notices.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of notice
Noun
  • Alongside these household items, the virtual museum showcases stone tools and pottery from Native American campsites.
    — Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Uptown Art Expo: Featuring more than 140 artists with displays of glass, jewelry, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture and more all available for purchase.
    — Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of pottery
Noun
  • Some analysts say a new commodity supercycle is emerging, set to transform the global economy.
    — Max Baecker, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The price has been boosted in recent years as central banks have invested in the commodity as a hedge.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of commodity
Noun
  • Her Wall of Barely Used China Plates There’s fine china for eating, pulled out for special occasions and holidays, and then there’s fine china for the kitchen and dining room walls.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2025
  • The bath towels were packed in a sturdy box with packaging paper like Grandma’s fine china.
    — Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
Definition of china
Noun
  • For the time being, the U.K. government is officially emphasizing the importance of U.S. and U.K. relations, the Daily Mail said.
    — Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The skepticism had some basis—Gaga really did borrow from musical provocateurs before her (the foremost being, yes, Madonna).
    — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of being
Noun
  • The Pixel 9 is available in four colors, peony, wintergreen, porcelain and obsidian.
    — David Phelan, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Non-Porous Surfaces Plastic, white porcelain, and glass aren't the only non-porous surfaces that can handle bleach.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of porcelain
Noun
  • But none of that does any good for the Palestinians themselves.
    — Noa Tishby, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Necessities like food and hygiene products take priority over luxury goods and big-ticket items like cars.
    — Garth Friesen, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
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