wander vs wonder

wander vs wonder
  Wander (v) means to travel aimlessly.
  For example: "I often wander through the woods, it helps me think."
  Wonder (v) means to consider or question some issue.
  For example: "People often wonder whether I really run this website alone ."
  Wonder (n) means the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising.
  For example: "The pyramids are a wonder to behold."
  ♦ !Note - I have it on very good authority that wander and wonder are not homophones. ;)

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