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Recent Examples of cautiously
While Congress currently appears inclined to reject those reductions, most universities are playing it very cautiously with respect to research and graduate education commitments, given the uncertainty that’s likely to continue at the federal level.
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Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The school would tread cautiously before declaring the player ineligible, since refusing to pay a monetary fine isn’t a violation of NCAA, conference or scholarship rules.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Jan. 2026
The innovation arrives at a time when Japan is cautiously re-embracing nuclear power to meet rising energy demands and climate targets.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
As for the on-snow performance implications of the one-pivot ExoDrive shell, Elling is cautiously optimistic.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Fewer Americans expect their incomes to rise in the coming months, prompting consumers to cut back on vacation plans and approach big-ticket purchases like new cars more cautiously.
—Jordan Erb, Bloomberg, 27 Jan. 2026
Both Clausen and Bird give cautiously tender performances laced with mounting dread and sorrow.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
At Davos, economic growth was not defended cautiously; it was celebrated.
—Olivier De Schutter, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The school would tread cautiously before declaring the player ineligible, since refusing to pay a monetary fine isn’t a violation of NCAA, conference or scholarship rules.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Jan. 2026
The innovation arrives at a time when Japan is cautiously re-embracing nuclear power to meet rising energy demands and climate targets.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
As for the on-snow performance implications of the one-pivot ExoDrive shell, Elling is cautiously optimistic.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Fewer Americans expect their incomes to rise in the coming months, prompting consumers to cut back on vacation plans and approach big-ticket purchases like new cars more cautiously.
—Jordan Erb, Bloomberg, 27 Jan. 2026
Both Clausen and Bird give cautiously tender performances laced with mounting dread and sorrow.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
At Davos, economic growth was not defended cautiously; it was celebrated.
—Olivier De Schutter, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautiously
Adverb
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Several right-wing social media figures and conservative commentators have also shared the video and suggested that Pretti was not an innocent bystander, but rather someone who was deliberately seeking confrontation.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The actions of Canadian coach Joe Cecchini and Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton were intentional and deliberately aimed at reducing the points available.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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How To Properly Remove Excess Grease Hot grease can be dangerous straight out of the pan, so working carefully is key to avoid accidents.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
1 Feb. 2026
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Surplus models represent both an opportunity and a potential trap for consumers looking to secure a bargain on a new vehicle, and brokers urged treading carefully.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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However, lithium ions move more slowly through solid materials, limiting charging speed and overall performance.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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After being treated by medics, the 2010 Olympic gold medalist was able to ski slowly down to the finish line but was clearly feeling discomfort.—
Patrick Sung Cuadrado,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Cautiously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautiously. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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