as in warned
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
the doctor cautioned that I should still be careful using my sprained wrist for the next several days
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Recent Examples of cautioned
Brian Pempus, a former gambling reporter and founder of the website Gambling Harm, which raises awareness about the dangers of gambling, cautioned that consumers may not be ready for the associated risks.
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Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The judge cautioned against the use of AI.
—Tony Cook, IndyStar, 22 Oct. 2025
But, experts cautioned, the size of the tech giants affords them resources to help minimize the frequency and duration of outages.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2025
But Miniea cautioned people to be aware of any conflicts of interest when seeking advice.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2025
The release noted terrain in the area can be rugged and steep and cautioned visitors to stay a safe distance from the edge.
—Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2025
Chu cautioned Entertainment Weekly last year that For Good, which is adapted from the second act of the Broadway smash, would be emotionally taxing, more so than the first film.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Moses cautioned that these images are not authentic and could harm the investigation.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The producers cautioned against pursuing co-productions solely for financial reasons.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The judge cautioned against the use of AI.
—Tony Cook, IndyStar, 22 Oct. 2025
But, experts cautioned, the size of the tech giants affords them resources to help minimize the frequency and duration of outages.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2025
But Miniea cautioned people to be aware of any conflicts of interest when seeking advice.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2025
The release noted terrain in the area can be rugged and steep and cautioned visitors to stay a safe distance from the edge.
—Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2025
Chu cautioned Entertainment Weekly last year that For Good, which is adapted from the second act of the Broadway smash, would be emotionally taxing, more so than the first film.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Moses cautioned that these images are not authentic and could harm the investigation.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
The producers cautioned against pursuing co-productions solely for financial reasons.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cautioned
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Even if the hurricane's fiercest winds begin to wane as the hurricane approaches land, the hurricane center warned there is little difference in the destructive power of winds that are Category 4 (130-156 mph) as opposed to Category 5, (greater than 157 mph).—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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Kylie Kelce, the wife of Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce, warned Dallas Cowboys fans who are going to decide to trick-or-treat at their house during a podcast episode last week.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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Affected communities are advised to stay aware of developments, anticipate travel restrictions or power outages, and make preparations for extended periods of severe winter weather.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Anyone who may have eaten the jerky and is concerned about a possible injury should contact a healthcare provider, the USDA advised.—
Jani Hall,
Health,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Cautioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioned. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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