as in to warn
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
the doctor cautioned that I should still be careful using my sprained wrist for the next several days
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as in prudence
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
the extreme caution with which the zookeeper handled the snake
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as in wonder
something extraordinary or surprising
how she manages to drive her car without destroying the neighborhood is a caution
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as in warning
something that tells of approaching danger or risk
this is just a caution that the following paragraph practically gives away the entire plot of the movie
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as in advice
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
we heeded the police officer's caution about the road ahead
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as in precaution
a measure taken to preclude loss or injury
the standard caution of donning surgical gloves before performing any kind of dental work
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Recent Examples of caution
Brady Dale, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025
Even though there may be minimal federal employment impacts from the Trump administration’s moves to-date, some economists caution that those actions could show up in other areas.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 6 Mar. 2025
However, aspirin, like all medications, should not be taken without caution.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 6 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The official characterized bitcoin as unique, though cautioned that its reserve treatment does not mean the administration doesn't view other digital assets as important.
—Brady Dale, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025
Even though there may be minimal federal employment impacts from the Trump administration’s moves to-date, some economists caution that those actions could show up in other areas.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Noun
Democrats have decried the cuts at the VA, while Republicans have watched with caution.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 6 Mar. 2025
However, aspirin, like all medications, should not be taken without caution.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caution
Verb
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Retailers are sounding the alarm Executives at America’s retail stores have recently warned of consumers feeling stretched and becoming cautious of their spending.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN,
17 Mar. 2025
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Officials also warned that no truck and trailer turnarounds will be permitted in the closed area.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Navigating Political and Ethical Considerations of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve By embracing bitcoin as a vital national reserve asset, the United States positions itself at the forefront of economic innovation, fiscal prudence, and visionary thinking.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Carroll picked contractors to do the work and agreed on a price without waiting for competing bids, authorized them to pave at night when rain forecasts would normally have halted work, and generally gave speed priority over the usual prudence.—
Benjamin Wallace-Wells,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The key here is keeping the rest of your look elevated—a blazer, belt, and ballet flats will work wonders.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2025
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Combined with Bell's confidence, Harvick suggests the team could do wonders this year.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Flood advisory: Be aware: A flood advisory is released when flooding is not expected to reach a severity level necessitating a warning.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Orange County Register,
10 Mar. 2025
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Heeding several tornado warnings from the National Weather Service that pinged on their cell phones just after 8:30 a.m., the unnamed couple quickly sought shelter in a safe room in a corner of their home, county officials said.—
Martin E. Comas,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2025
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But then, a week isn’t too long for a brigade of rugged MiG-29s to disperse as a precaution.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If that snood suddenly shortens, your gobbler has gone from relaxed to alert, and the jig might be up.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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Law enforcement was alerted to Anderegg after Instagram reported his account to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, the release said.—
Ben Goggin,
NBC News,
18 Mar. 2025
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Short of a miracle, the truck will remain a striking, high-profile disaster at a time when Tesla could ill afford it.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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But then, always, there is relief: the miracle of Prince’s music.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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In March, the FDA—advised by VRBPAC—finalizes which strains American vaccine makers will include.—
Richard Hughes IV,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Mar. 2025
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In his seven years at the firm, Carr litigated appeals of FCC orders and advised clients on how to gain FCC approval.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Caution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caution. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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