as in to warn
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 prudence
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
the extreme caution with which the zookeeper handled the snake
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as in wonder
something extraordinary or surprising
how she manages to drive her car without destroying the neighborhood is a caution
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as in warning
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 precaution
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 caution
Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2025
But studies caution that overreliance on AI companions may disrupt emotional development, especially among youth.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Mary Ramsey
july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
However, more research has been raising caution to the harm the substances pose to public health.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
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Verb
The National Weather Service on Wednesday issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Chicago area, cautioning of the risk of quarter-sized hail and wind gusts of 70 mph.
—Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2025
But studies caution that overreliance on AI companions may disrupt emotional development, especially among youth.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Noun
And advocacy groups caution cuts to Medicaid will jeopardize access to care for many autistic people.
—Mary Ramsey
july 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
However, more research has been raising caution to the harm the substances pose to public health.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caution
Verb
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Last month state immigration advocates warned that arrests of undocumented immigrants were ramping up in the state, creating anxiety and fear in communities with people taken every day.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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The National Weather Service discussion on Monday morning warned that extreme heat conditions would continue in the region as a high-pressure center lingers.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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But other supporters of the former president chose to ask for prudence in negotiations.—
Mauricio Savarese,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Scouting in stealth: Heat scouring for success (if) at No. 20 in NBA draft ASK IRA: Is practicing prudence essential in Heat not mortgaging future in a Durant deal?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
Noun
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As Tanna and Wash grow closer, the series highlights the joys and wonder of new love amid the most perilous obstacles.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 July 2025
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Stargazers hoping to explore the wonders of the night sky should read our guide to the top telescopes and binoculars available in 2025.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
22 July 2025
Noun
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Parts of Northern Kentucky are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 8:30 p.m. as well.—
David Ferrara,
The Enquirer,
21 July 2025
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Nothing irritates cybersecurity professionals more than blanket warnings about public WiFi, given that most traffic to and from your smartphone is now encrypted.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
Noun
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The National Weather Service reminds people to take extra precautions during elevated temperatures.—
Ruby Grisin,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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For all residents, staying indoors and keeping windows closed remained a key precaution while smoke persists in the area.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
Verb
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In Kerrville, where local officials have come under scrutiny about the warnings given to residents, authorities went door-to-door to some homes after midnight Sunday to alert people that flooding was again possible.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
14 July 2025
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In Kerrville, where local officials have come under scrutiny over whether residents were adequately warned about the rising water in the early morning hours of July 4, authorities went door-to-door after midnight early Sunday to alert people that flooding was again possible.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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But that might require a minor calcio miracle, with Laurienté reportedly travelling to Portugal to undergo his medical for the Black Cats.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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The third step would be for a pope to recognize as valid a second miracle.—
Maya Bell,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Redmond advises measuring the length, width, and height of your space, then determining where your sofa will be situated.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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Millions of people across the United States have been advised to limit outdoors activity amid concerns over high air pollution levels.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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“Caution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caution. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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