as in warns
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 wonders
something extraordinary or surprising
how she manages to drive her car without destroying the neighborhood is a caution
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as in warnings
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 precautions
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 cautions
Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
Young cautions that purity, dosing and manufacturing standards can vary widely.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Isolated tornadoes, heavy rainfall and small hail should be expected, the National Weather Service in Indianapolis cautions.
—Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 12 June 2026
At the same time, leaders outlined cautions about the AI boom, saying the company has positioned itself to survive any outcome.
—R. Scott Raynovich, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
That could push 2026 into the record books, though Kennedy cautions the strength is concentrated among a small group of companies.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Do not use a high-pressure setting or pressure washer, Flores cautions.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 8 June 2026
Wirt cautions that returning to earlier behaviors is a red flag.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 5 June 2026
However, Smith cautions that the powders can drift and potentially harm non-target insects or contaminate water sources if they are not applied correctly.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Usa Today, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Managing tires and fuel strategy, as well as reacting to yellow-flag cautions, can flip races.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 24 May 2026
At the next race, Harvick burned 2,400 calories thanks to a few more cautions.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Aegerter cautions against planting tomatoes alongside or after other members of the nightshade family, such as eggplant, peppers, or potatoes, as these plants are often susceptible to the same disease.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
There have been 42 yellow flags through seven races — the fewest cautions at this point in the season since 2018.
—Nate Ryan, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Other groups are being more cautions.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Sokolowski cautions against both oversaturating and scrubbing too hard, as both can damage paint.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
The frontiers of medicine But these cautions have not stemmed the appetite for the therapies.
—Will Stone, NPR, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
The team cautions that several more iterations of the technology will likely be required before any human trial can begin.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
Young cautions that purity, dosing and manufacturing standards can vary widely.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Isolated tornadoes, heavy rainfall and small hail should be expected, the National Weather Service in Indianapolis cautions.
—Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 12 June 2026
At the same time, leaders outlined cautions about the AI boom, saying the company has positioned itself to survive any outcome.
—R. Scott Raynovich, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
That could push 2026 into the record books, though Kennedy cautions the strength is concentrated among a small group of companies.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Do not use a high-pressure setting or pressure washer, Flores cautions.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 8 June 2026
Wirt cautions that returning to earlier behaviors is a red flag.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 5 June 2026
However, Smith cautions that the powders can drift and potentially harm non-target insects or contaminate water sources if they are not applied correctly.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Noun
Mercury’s clash with Neptune cautions against placing your faith in the wrong person.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Managing tires and fuel strategy, as well as reacting to yellow-flag cautions, can flip races.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 24 May 2026
At the next race, Harvick burned 2,400 calories thanks to a few more cautions.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Aegerter cautions against planting tomatoes alongside or after other members of the nightshade family, such as eggplant, peppers, or potatoes, as these plants are often susceptible to the same disease.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
There have been 42 yellow flags through seven races — the fewest cautions at this point in the season since 2018.
—Nate Ryan, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Other groups are being more cautions.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Sokolowski cautions against both oversaturating and scrubbing too hard, as both can damage paint.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
The frontiers of medicine But these cautions have not stemmed the appetite for the therapies.
—Will Stone, NPR, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautions
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The letter warns that those credits are now at risk of expiring, and argues that they should be made refundable or transferable.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Trump warns of ‘bedlam’ if no deal US officials have stressed that the framework is performance-based and that Iran’s new ability to sell oil could get rolled back if negotiations aren’t productive.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
Noun
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For a day trip, casually head to one of the world’s natural wonders, only 18 miles away, to Yellowstone National Park.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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My polite humbleness had worked wonders.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 June 2026
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Changes with this advisory All coastal watches and warnings are discontinued.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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But the worst may be yet to come, as tropical storm watches and warnings line parts of the Texas and Louisiana coastlines, with concerns for both coastal storm surge and inland freshwater flooding.—
Ben Noll,
Washington Post,
17 June 2026
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Newport Beach officials urged people living in properties adjacent to the harbor to take precautions like installing seawall plugs and placing sandbags in vulnerable areas.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Where Not to Use Vinegar in Your Oven While vinegar can safely remove grease and grime from ovens, there are a few precautions to keep in mind.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
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Massachusetts just completed its pilot program installing wrong-way driver detection devices in 16 locations throughout the state that immediately alerts state police of a wrong way driver.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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In the same way that physical pain alerts your body to an injury, shame alerts your mind to potential social injury, such as rejection, exclusion or damage to reputation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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Liberal clergy abandoned certain tenets of Christian orthodoxy—the Virgin Birth, Christ’s miracles—for a more literary and historical approach to the Bible.—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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The Probability of Miracles follows Campbell Cooper (Collazo), an acerbic teenager dying of cancer who, after receiving a terminal diagnosis, moves with her mom and younger sister to the town of Promise, where miracles are said to happen.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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University Hospitals advises travelers to assume that all water in developing countries is unsafe, noting that even a luxury hotel may share the same water and sewage system as a poor neighborhood nearby.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Noun
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In the biography, Bluett marvels at Diallo’s devotion to his faith, especially his memorization of the Quran.—
Leila Tarakji,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
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Today's armies are logistical marvels, with each combat platoon representing the sharp tip of a very long supply spear.—
David Szondy
June 03,
New Atlas,
3 June 2026
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“Cautions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautions. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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