as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
a cautioning story about how envy can destroy a friendship
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as in assistance
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as in alerting
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautioning
Adjective
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021 -
In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
Noun
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The bulk of last month’s overall job gains came in the services sector, with health care and social assistance continuing to drive strong payroll growth (adding 77,800 jobs).—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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After the crew exits the Dragon spacecraft, they will not be given additional medical and operational assistance to help researchers characterize the ability of astronauts to perform unassisted functional tasks after short and long durations in space.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In addition to taking medical history, your healthcare provider may perform the following exams: Physical exam: The provider will assess your hips, legs, and feet for signs of tightness or injury and measure your legs' range of motion.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
5 Apr. 2025
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The peaceful protesters waved signs targeting Trump and Musk.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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On social media, the department has avoided mentioning flu shots in posts about the flu, instead advising people to wash their hands and cover their coughs.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
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Universities in general are taking a cautious approach, stopping short of predicting a ban, but advising international students to plan ahead and prepare for potential delays at immigration control.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Apr. 2025
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Medical experts now recognize that blanket recommendations for or against hormone therapy are not appropriate.—
Matthew Nudy,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The advice helped Scheierman handle his early challenges.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Our talks extended well outside of the game: Eva gave me some great advice on a family matter of mine, while Joe and I engaged in a deep discussion about how to best navigate becoming a public figure after appearing on TV.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This sharp decline signals trouble across the ecosystem, particularly for smaller players.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Using glass can improve wireless signal strength compared to fully metal bodies, too.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Israel's approach to Russia has long been one of strategic caution.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Err on the side of caution, all three experts agree, and move on.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Cautioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioning. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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