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beware
[bih-wair]
verb (used with object)
to be wary, cautious, or careful of (usually used imperatively).
Beware such inconsistency. Beware his waspish wit.
verb (used without object)
to be cautious or careful.
Beware of the dog.
beware
/ ɪˈɛə /
verb
to be cautious or wary (of); be on one's guard (against)
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of beware1
Example Sentences
“In general, they come with ‘buyer beware’ attached.”
As the old refrain goes - gardeners and growers beware!
The Crestview League has been so evenly matched that no one knows who’s really the best team, which means that if you draw Cypress, El Dorado, Villa Park or Foothill in the early rounds, beware.
Although the sediment itself is not chemically hazardous, beachgoers are still warned to beware of any physical debris that may lurk on the sand and in the water.
Note that you can find passes on the secondary market, but buyer beware.
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When To Use
Beware means be careful or cautious—watch out for danger or other bad stuff.Beware is a command (or at least a suggestion). Sometimes, it’s used by itself, as in Beware! There are dark forces afoot! More commonly, it’s immediately followed by the specific thing you should beware of, as in Beware the words of politicians. Perhaps most commonly, it’s paired with the word of, such as on a sign that says Beware of cat. (You thought we were going to say Beware of dog, didn’t you? Stay alert, folks. Beware a wily dictionary.)Example: Before you enter the internet, there should be a sign that says “Beware of trolls.”
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