Synonyms of precautions

precautions

noun

plural of precaution

as in safeguards

a measure taken to preclude loss or injury

as parents of young children, they have taken the usual precaution of locking up their household cleansers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• safeguards
• preventives
• protections
• cautions
• fail-safes
• screens
• shields
• walls
• guards
• palladia
• wards
• armors
• covers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of precautions

That, among other things, has led some to doubt that all possible flooding precautions have been taken. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026

Indoor propane heater precautions Always allow enough room around your heater to keep nearby objects from getting dangerously hot or coming into contact with it. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

Nephrologist professor Vivek Jha, senior professorial fellow at The George Institute in India, said precautions would be important for certain groups. — Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2026

The trip, especially Cusco’s altitude, has raised questions about his health and the precautions being taken while there. — Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026

After more than a week of heavy, on-and-off rain in South Florida, health officials issued a mosquito alert Wednesday, reminding residents to take precautions. — Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Many are showing a new openness to vaccines, while members of the general public also are taking extra precautions. — Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

These precautions can help protect your finances and personal information. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026

Experts recommend gradually increasing intake and taking food safety precautions before consuming unconventional parts of produce. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Oct. 2026