ultracautious

Definition of ultracautiousnext

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Recent Examples of ultracautious That ultracautious approach may well be the right choice for saving lives and preventing another spike in infections. Shawn Tully, Fortune, 6 June 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultracautious
Adjective
  • But this new proposal adds a new behavior into the mix, by suggesting this wasn’t a passive act, but deliberate.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
  • The General Command also condemned the attacks, arguing that the deliberate use of missiles and drones against civilians and private property constitutes a violation of international humanitarian law.
    Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2026
Adjective
  • Recovery of the bodies has been slow because of the chemicals and other hazards present at the site, Amos explained.
    Adam England, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
  • One of the most painful things about this disease is knowing that promising treatments are emerging, but funding barriers and manufacturing and procedural slow-downs continue to derail progress.
    Elise Esposito, Boston Herald, 29 May 2026

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“Ultracautious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultracautious. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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