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The definition of awry refers to something that does not go the way it is supposed to go or is not the way it should be.

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A picture on a wall that is not hanging straight is an example of a picture that is awry.

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See awry in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adverb, adjective

with a twist to a side; not straight; askew
wrong; amiss: our plans went awry

Origin: ME a wrie: see a- & wry

See awry in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adverb

In a position that is turned or twisted toward one side; askew.
Away from the correct course; amiss. See Synonyms at amiss.

Related Forms:

a·wryˈ adjective

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