as in precautions
a measure taken to preclude loss or injury
if people took the simple preventive of frequently washing their hands, the spread of germs could be greatly reduced
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Tesla owners are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves amid a recent spate of vandalism against the vehicles across the United States.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025 -
In Georgia, tegus can be trapped or killed on private property with the landowner’s permission and using legal methods under local ordinances, animal cruelty laws, and safety precautions.—
Cheryl McCloud,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Preventives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preventives. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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