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
Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
White House advisers cautioned that several options remain in play.
—John Bacon, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2025
Too much lactose, Taub-Dix cautions, can lead to digestive discomfort for some people.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
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The researchers cautioned that the study's small sample size—14 healthy sleepers—means these results should be taken with a grain of salt.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
White House advisers cautioned that several options remain in play.
—John Bacon, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
It should also be taken with caution in those with seizure disorders because bupropion lowers the seizure threshold.
—T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2025
Too much lactose, Taub-Dix cautions, can lead to digestive discomfort for some people.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caution
Verb
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This rare dissent comes as the stock market shows signs of volatility, and economists warn the tariffs could trigger a recession.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Take the quiz here … TOURIST TERROR – US embassy in hot spot issues assault warning for women renting jet skis.—
FOXNews.com,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Duty Of Care The duty of care obligates fiduciaries to exercise a high standard of professionalism, prudence, and diligence in managing your finances.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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In the meantime, people could do worse than to embrace some prudence and frugality.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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So with a strong UV index in tow, the Molecular Hero Serum and a proper sunscreen (Hickey used Elta MD on the cast) can work wonders.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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New Cabinet Hardware Even swapping your cabinet hardware can work wonders for your kitchen's overall aesthetic, as the antiquated hardware could be dating your otherwise beautiful kitchen.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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Margaret Atwood’s dystopian allegorical novel didn’t over-explain the U.S.’ descent into fascist theocracy and thus left itself open to interpretation — so open that even American conservatives were able to claim it as a warning about Muslim fundamentalism.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, water rescues were underway in flooded parts of Nashville, Tennessee, where the rain could persist for days after an unnerving night of tornado warnings that drained the batteries of some sirens across the city, the fire department said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2025
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She was taken to a hospital near to the track, which is situated around 25km north of downtown Barcelona, and stayed overnight as a precaution.—
Alex Kalinauckas,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Recalls are typically classified by severity, and while not all involve immediate danger, they are carried out as a precaution to protect public health.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Dogs can pick up on the scent and will nudge their handler or owner to alert them to an oncoming change in glucose levels.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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In response to the heists, the MTA announced plans to install alarms and brighter lights on train controls to alert when a train is moved without authorization.—
Elizabeth Keogh,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2025
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Don’t let the Shrek coloring fool you, this easy old-school recipe is proof of the magic of instant pudding and the miracle of boxed cake mix doctored up to taste a little better and more like homemade.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
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Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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In Karachi, police are advised to move children found begging to child protection centers, to be looked after by the Sindh provincial social welfare department.—
Betsy Joles,
NPR,
31 Mar. 2025
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After a tummy tuck, you’ll be advised not to lift heavy objects, which places strain on the abdomen.—
Meirav Devash,
Allure,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Caution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caution. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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