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Vocabulary Entry
awry
|adverb • adjective
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adverb
In a way that is not straight or correct; awry.
Example Sentences
"The plan went awry due to unforeseen circumstances."
"She glanced at her painting, noticing that the colors had gone awry."
"When he tried to fix the car, everything seemed to go awry."
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adjective
Away from the appropriate, planned, or expected course; off course.
Example Sentences
"The situation took an awry turn during the meeting."
"He had an awry notion of what was expected at the event."
"Her awry behavior surprised everyone at the party."