as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
only his unceasing wariness saved the party of skiers from an avalanche
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Noun
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For pet owners dealing with missing animals, experts recommend checking local shelters, posting on neighborhood networks, and exercising caution when approached by strangers claiming to have found their pet.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025 -
Jennifer Lanham, who worked near the Hunts' home, was told by one of her employees that police asked them to close their store out of an abundance of caution following the incident.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This is a win-win for financial prudence and the environment.—
Claus Jepsen,
Forbes,
5 Dec. 2024
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His insights extend beyond real estate, encompassing broader principles of financial prudence and personal development.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Growing Awareness of Brain Health Many people today have a growing awareness of preventative care and maintaining health, rather than waiting until the presence of a disease or disorder to address a concern.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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At first, the executive said, the plan was to simply contribute to organizations providing clinical care to people diagnosed with mental illnesses.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Wariness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wariness. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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