as in warns
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 wonders
something extraordinary or surprising
how she manages to drive her car without destroying the neighborhood is a caution
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as in warnings
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 precautions
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 cautions
Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 10 Nov. 2025
But Biesinger, who studied history and once considered becoming a journalist, cautions that AI isn’t the only problem that creative workers face, just the latest.
—Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Marrone cautions that controlling mussels in pipes, the inner workings of boats and other water infrastructure is doable.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Aldad cautions people not to pass judgment about someone else's grief, because everyone's journey is different.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The main side effects are mild, like upset stomach or insomnia, but the NCCIH cautions that the supplement can interfere with certain medications, including blood thinners and insulin.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
While individual well-being adds up to represent the happiness of a nation, Heshmati cautions against applying the study’s conclusions to your own health and risk of death from chronic disease.
—Lindsey Leake, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Yang, too, cautions that reforms take time to implement.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Anthropic cautions that while intriguing, these findings do not imply human-like self-awareness but could help advance future work on model transparency and interpretability.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
Some advice and cautions for those thinking about getting a golden retriever.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
But for the ranchers, such cautions are not reassuring.
—Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2025
There are a number of cautions, though.
—ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
To try and cope with this misperception, the law seeks to ensure that appropriate cautions and warnings are displayed to users.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
As the table below shows, the number of cautions for dissent rose sharply — but referees were most trigger-happy in a season’s early stages.
—Cerys Jones, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Advertisement Advertisement Beware of common pitfalls that might offend your friend, Juarez cautions, like glibly telling them that time heals all wounds.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
His home hardening efforts include installing sprinklers with fire tracking software, despite FEMA's cautions.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
Be mindful of stairs, sidewalks and driveways as the surfaces could be icy, causing falls, NWS cautions.
—Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 10 Nov. 2025
But Biesinger, who studied history and once considered becoming a journalist, cautions that AI isn’t the only problem that creative workers face, just the latest.
—Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Marrone cautions that controlling mussels in pipes, the inner workings of boats and other water infrastructure is doable.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Aldad cautions people not to pass judgment about someone else's grief, because everyone's journey is different.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The main side effects are mild, like upset stomach or insomnia, but the NCCIH cautions that the supplement can interfere with certain medications, including blood thinners and insulin.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
While individual well-being adds up to represent the happiness of a nation, Heshmati cautions against applying the study’s conclusions to your own health and risk of death from chronic disease.
—Lindsey Leake, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Yang, too, cautions that reforms take time to implement.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Anthropic cautions that while intriguing, these findings do not imply human-like self-awareness but could help advance future work on model transparency and interpretability.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
But aspiring for fame alone, Green cautions, isn’t a strategy.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
Some advice and cautions for those thinking about getting a golden retriever.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
But for the ranchers, such cautions are not reassuring.
—Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2025
There are a number of cautions, though.
—ArsTechnica, 12 Sep. 2025
To try and cope with this misperception, the law seeks to ensure that appropriate cautions and warnings are displayed to users.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
As the table below shows, the number of cautions for dissent rose sharply — but referees were most trigger-happy in a season’s early stages.
—Cerys Jones, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Advertisement Advertisement Beware of common pitfalls that might offend your friend, Juarez cautions, like glibly telling them that time heals all wounds.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
His home hardening efforts include installing sprinklers with fire tracking software, despite FEMA's cautions.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautions
Verb
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The report warns that the average global temperature rise over multiple decades is likely to exceed the Paris Agreement threshold within the next decade.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Climate Prediction Center warns of potential early-season lake-effect snow in northern Ohio, gusty winds and temperatures well below normal, especially in areas near Lake Erie and in higher terrain.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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DarkSky International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the night sky, has identified some of the best spots for witnessing the wonders of the cosmos across the island country.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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Inomata and his colleagues also believe that the site would have been built by willing participants, not compulsory labor used to construct many ancient wonders such as Egypt’s pyramids and later Maya cities.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Eight states across the northern and central United States are bracing for severe winter weather this weekend as forecasters from the National Weather Service (NWS) issue warnings for snow, ice, and dangerously cold conditions.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Motorists are urged to take proper precautions, avoid unnecessary travel, and equip vehicles with emergency supplies.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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People should still take precautions when traveling today, Wilson said.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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To understand what makes the mRNA shots special, the researchers examined blood and tissue samples and found that the COVID shots appeared to activate the innate immune system — a fundamental, early-warning defense mechanism that alerts other parts of the immune system to prepare for an attack.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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Read reviews, confirm licenses and search for scam alerts online.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But one might be forgiven for believing in the possibility of miracles.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The old world was one of conjecture, miracles and guesswork.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Her one ally, the as yet unnamed head of housekeeping, played by Madeleine Stowe, advises Lilly to make things right with Ronnie.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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When air quality reaches these levels, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises sensitive groups to avoid prolonged or intense outdoor activities or consider rescheduling or relocating activities indoors.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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One of the marvels of Incan design is its masonry, encountered frequently in Cuzco and all through Machu Picchu.—
Ryan Knighton,
AFAR Media,
31 Oct. 2025
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Technological marvels do little to ameliorate the hardscrabble existence of most workers; sixty-five-year labor contracts are the norm.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Cautions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautions. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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