as in care
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
for someone who usually tries any new extreme sport, she's approaching this one with uncharacteristic gingerliness
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as in careful
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
gave the cork on the bottle of champagne a gingerly twist
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Recent Examples of gingerliness
Kendall Karson, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2021
All the while, amid the unpacking of groceries and food prep and reminiscing, the group addresses in gingerly fashion the subject of Rose’s cancer.
—Alexandra Enders, The New York Review of Books, 26 May 2020
Emilie Ikeda, NBC news, 7 May 2025
Tokyo pushed back gingerly, noting that, actually, Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's minister of economic revitalization and point person in the talks, had already returned home.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Unlike the gingerly approach to easing restrictions targeting the spread of the virus, the country is split over reopening businesses and schools.
—Kendall Karson, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2021
All the while, amid the unpacking of groceries and food prep and reminiscing, the group addresses in gingerly fashion the subject of Rose’s cancer.
—Alexandra Enders, The New York Review of Books, 26 May 2020
Adverb
Louisville Fire Department Once the Louisville Fire Department stabilized the truck with chains, a firefighter was gingerly lowered into the cab using a rope system connected to a tower ladder.
—Emilie Ikeda, NBC news, 7 May 2025
Tokyo pushed back gingerly, noting that, actually, Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's minister of economic revitalization and point person in the talks, had already returned home.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gingerliness
Noun
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The center provides counseling, drop-in respite care, and community resource navigation under its mental health program.—
Olivia Cyrus,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Under the plan, families earning $100,000 or less would pay nothing for child care starting in 2028, as it would be paid by the endowment, lawmakers said.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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This decision reflects careful consideration and was made in light of today’s challenging financial environment.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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The pattern has left Iranians wary that any sign of instability is met with brutal suppression.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2025
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Does the entertainment industry have a right to be wary of AI at this stage?—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
13 June 2025
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Still, some caution is warranted, especially for adolescent boys and young men, the one group with a consistently observed—albeit small—risk of myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle, Makam says.—
Shreyas Teegala,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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The Chiefs, who have a history of being cautious with their rookies during summer practices, nonetheless had Simmons participate in non-team drills during rookie minicamp last month.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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Be cautious not to overuse vinegar in the dishwasher, as the acid can degrade certain rubber components, like gaskets and filters.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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Waugh: Fundamentally, Newcastle want to significantly bolster Howe’s squad while maintaining financial prudence.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
12 June 2025
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The path forward will necessitate not only compassion but also prudence—and a firm grasp of the limits of what even a generous nation can achieve.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Gingerliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gingerliness. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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