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Origin:
The word "awry" has its origins in the Old Norse words ár ("against") and vegr ("way"). It originally meant "against the way" or "off the path." Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass any deviation from the straight path or the intended plan.
Usage:
"Awry" is often used in both spoken and written language to describe situations or things that are not as they should be. It can be used in a literal sense, as in "The photo came out awry," or in a more figurative sense, as in "Their plans went awry."
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