as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
a cautioning story about how envy can destroy a friendship
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as in alerting
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 cautioning
David Carnevali, Bloomberg, 5 Jan. 2026
His old friend Nick Saban repeatedly defended him, cautioning the public to reserve judgment.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
The Associated Press reported that Yemeni officials urged the STC to withdraw from areas seized in the east, cautioning that unilateral moves could undermine the political process and destabilize a fragile balance in the south.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 17 Dec. 2025
At one location in Indiana, store managers went so far as posting a prominent sign behind the register cautioning employees.
—Curt Devine, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Cold temperatures and wind chills are below 0 degrees, and meteorologists are cautioning drivers to be aware of current road conditions since most are still snow-covered.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 Dec. 2025
But while retail traders' interest in the emerging asset class is accelerating, some experts are cautioning them to pump the breaks.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025
Hughes also spoke to the efficacy of current USMCA rules of origin, cautioning the USTR against creating new restrictions.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Dec. 2025
Vance has been cautioning Republicans about complacency since last summer.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Nov. 2025
Verb
An announcement could come as soon as Monday, the people said, cautioning that the timing could still change.
—David Carnevali, Bloomberg, 5 Jan. 2026
His old friend Nick Saban repeatedly defended him, cautioning the public to reserve judgment.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
The Associated Press reported that Yemeni officials urged the STC to withdraw from areas seized in the east, cautioning that unilateral moves could undermine the political process and destabilize a fragile balance in the south.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 17 Dec. 2025
At one location in Indiana, store managers went so far as posting a prominent sign behind the register cautioning employees.
—Curt Devine, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Cold temperatures and wind chills are below 0 degrees, and meteorologists are cautioning drivers to be aware of current road conditions since most are still snow-covered.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 Dec. 2025
But while retail traders' interest in the emerging asset class is accelerating, some experts are cautioning them to pump the breaks.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025
Hughes also spoke to the efficacy of current USMCA rules of origin, cautioning the USTR against creating new restrictions.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Dec. 2025
Vance has been cautioning Republicans about complacency since last summer.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautioning
Adjective
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
Noun
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Photorealistic traffic environments allow drivers to test displays and assistance features in context.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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The investigation is being led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations under Special Agents in Charge Mark Zito and Jason Todd Stevens, with assistance from the FBI, according to multiple officials briefed on the case.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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No whistles alerting targets to the officers’ presence.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management & Communications is alerting travelers to expect dangerous conditions for their morning and evening commutes on Friday.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But absent any concerning signs that the labor market is falling a cliff, the Fed will also likely turn to inflation data for the cue on when to lower rates again.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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Neither was there an army ready to defend Rapa Nui—crowds wielding spears and clubs were not uncommon in the Pacific—or any sign of violence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The governor, Tim Walz, defeated for the Vice Presidency, gets on TV, his voice quavering, saying the right things, speaking the truth, and advising courage.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Cruise lines such as Margaritaville at Sea have begun alerting their guests of the policy, advising passengers to leave any vaping devices onboard the ships or just avoid bringing them altogether, according to numerous reports.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Years later, new audits reveal that EDD fraud continues, along with outstanding recommendations to lawmakers.—
Julie Watts,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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These recommendations are based, in part, on studies that have found higher relapse rates among those who stop taking the medication versus those who do not.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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On advice of their physician (the best money could assure), mother and child traveled to the countryside, away from London’s noise, dust, and heat.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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But advice, no matter how rigorous, does not carry accountability.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Dutch company’s bookings are one signal of chipmakers’ confidence in future AI demand.—
Sarah Jacob,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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That is where the conference's technology signals matter.—
Güney Yıldız,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Cautioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioning. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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