waryapproach
nounUK /ˈweəri əˈprəʊtʃ/
US /ˈweri əˈproʊtʃ/
A careful way of going near something because you are not sure it is safe.
The cat made a wary approach to the new dog in the yard.
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2. A slow and watchful way of dealing with a tricky problem.
The team took a wary approach to the difficult puzzle.
3. A guarded way of meeting someone new.
His wary approach to strangers made him seem shy.
4. A careful method used when something might be dangerous.
They used a wary approach when crossing the icy bridge.