cautioned

verb

past tense of caution
as in warned
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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Recent Examples of cautioned Still, experts cautioned that the artificial intelligence boom might generate investment and wealth without producing the broad hiring associated with previous waves of technological innovation. — George Avalos, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026 Most importantly, the apps cannot determine whether the glasses are actively recording, and users are cautioned to never assume that someone wearing smart glasses is recording them. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 21 Aug. 2026 Everyday Health cautioned that while some research supports oral magnesium for stress, there is little research showing topical magnesium provides the same results. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Evans also cautioned against confusing maximal lifespan for a healthy lifespan. — Lauren Chan, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026 And this past January, Reese Witherspoon also cautioned fans against engaging with fake accounts using her name and likeness. — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 Colorado Education Commissioner Susana Córdova said the results showed opportunities for improvement, but cautioned against alarmist interpretations. — Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026 Caltrans cautioned that the schedule is subject to change due to weather or operational conditions. — City News Service, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026 Some cautioned that a prolonged war, especially one marred by a steady stream of American casualties and little visible progress, could eventually weigh on recruiting at the margins. — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautioned
  1. warned
  2. alerted
  3. advised
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  • Watson also warned county residents to be on the lookout for unlicensed contractors.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Analysts have warned that the structural remedies Bonta has in mind might be deal-breakers for Paramount, making any settlement talks ultimately unproductive.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of warned
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  • Star Vista was first made aware of missing funds after Blanchard retired in 2022, when the nonprofit was alerted to a $50,000 donation that was not deposited to its bank account, prosecutors said.
    — Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The investors said they were alerted to the company’s financial distress by a September 2025 article published in The Cut.
    — Sabrina Willmer, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of alerted
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  • Shakur’s family in the court gallery had been advised ahead of time that the graphic visuals were going to be shown and described.
    — Andy Rose, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Weygold, who died in 1941, collected Native American art and artifacts, taught himself the Lakota language, and advised European museums on Native American art.
    — Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of advised

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“Cautioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioned. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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