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Recent Examples of overcareful
One or two of the near-future episodes felt overcareful, connecting the dots between Earthtrust’s science and the rebels’ sabotage.
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BostonGlobe.com, 9 July 2021
BostonGlobe.com, 9 July 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcareful
Adjective
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Off stage, his personality is unassuming and his appearance is almost timid.Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2024
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But at the professional level, in addition to his lack of accuracy shooting the ball, Sheppard has looked timid and tentative on the court, passing up open shots and unable to make plays off the dribble.Rahat Huq, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Travelers should be cautious, especially along major highways like Interstate 90 and 35, as conditions could remain hazardous.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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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
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Beyond its rejection of militia involvement, the United States has also been criticized for overcautious use of air strikes and for its slow and insufficient delivery of military equipment to Iraqi armed forces.Nussaibah Younis, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2015
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In this light, district actions reflect concern for the future — which supporters see as prudent and critics as overcautious.Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
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Identifying ground zero for the advent of Dengue Fever can be tricky, but careful research has identified Aquarius Records in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District as the primary origin of the infectiously melodic band.Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024
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Going slowly and applying heat with a hair dryer can help reduce the risk of damage, but the difficulty of this process is a solid reason to be careful with your installation.Simon Hill, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
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Other industry veterans were circumspect when asked about how Trump could affect business.Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
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While Waymo has been somewhat circumspect about exactly how its self-driving tech works in the past, the company now believes that offering a closer look under the proverbial hood is important for autonomous cars to gain wider acceptance.Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Overcareful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcareful. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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