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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precautions
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Additional safety precautions for residents due to more people driving through Old Louisville because of detours was also brought up during the meeting.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 Oct. 2025 -
Brown butter and regular butter may offer some health benefits when consumed in moderation, but using either comes with certain precautions.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Preventives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preventives. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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