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present tense third-person singular of caution
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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cautions

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noun

plural of 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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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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Verb
  • Buck warns him that anywhere his dad went is better than here.
    Lincee Ray, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
  • By 2100, the study warns, storms in the Pacific Northwest could temporarily raise ocean heights up to three times more than current levels, dramatically increasing flood risks.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Adding him would work wonders for putting the team back in the World Series after a disappointing 2024 season.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Netflix and producers Studio Lambert and The Garden went on the record claiming that all necessary safety and health precautions had been taken.
    Matt Minton, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Of course, outdoor activities in cold climates require precautions, including dressing appropriately, staying hydrated, being cautious on icy trails, and pacing oneself.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • To avoid a surprise result, Nitti advises companies to gather as much information as possible and sit down with a good tax advisor to discuss options and timing in 2025.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The company also advises inspecting your Christmas tree before bringing in it inside your home, checking the branches, trunk and underside of the tree for any signs of bugs or egg sacs.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • With a rich history dating back thousands of years, Istanbul is chock-full of architectural marvels.
    Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
  • And each Tuesday, London Walks presents its two-hour Lure of the Underground itinerary (£20 for adults), which focuses on subjects like graphic design, architecture, and engineering marvels.
    Pat Tompkins, AFAR Media, 12 Dec. 2024
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