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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
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Julia Roberts had a timid initial reaction to Leave the World Behind.Raven Brunner, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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But, yes, there still is a timid approach from the perimeter.Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2024
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Despite the financial award, Sullivan remains cautious about his future.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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Be cautious of unsolicited texts, emails or phone calls offering deals, discounts or asking for your personal information.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 28 Nov. 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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These things make Istanbul a great place to get high-quality hair transplants at low prices, but patients need to be careful to avoid secret risks.Ethan Stone, Journal Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
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Making these breads takes over 72 hours of slow and careful workmanship.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Democratic nominee Harris has been more circumspect on crypto, and the industry is split on how her potential presidency could affect crypto companies.Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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Though there are some indications that Russia and Ukraine might come to the negotiating table, Peskov was circumspect about the US’s role in making that happen.Ellen Ioanes, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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“Overcareful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcareful. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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