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wary vs weary
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| waryadjective/ˈwer.i/ | Meaning careful because you think something may be dangerous or cause problems | Goes with wary of | Example Consumers are wary of spending while prices keep rising. |
| wearyadjective/ˈwɪr.i/ | Meaning very tired, especially after doing something for a long time; also bored with something | Goes with weary of | Example After twelve hours on the bus, the weary travelers finally reached Sa Pa. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Regulators are keeping a eye on cryptocurrency.