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How to pronounce wary in American English

“wary” pronunciation by American speakers

Listen to wary the way American speakers say it — in real sentences from public video clips that play here, on YouTongue.

“wary” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. be wary of online pet purchases.

    CDC

  2. are weary and wary of military engagement.

    The Obama White House

  3. You have to just be very wary.

    Census Bureau

Words that sound like “wary”

Words one sound away from wary — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

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