as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
a cautioning story about how envy can destroy a friendship
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as in assistance
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as in alerting
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 Synonyms for cautioning
Adjective
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021 -
In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
Noun
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In addition, urgent cases are being referred for emergency cash assistance.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Kennealy was the head of the former Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development, the agency that oversaw emergency shelter assistance shelters set up under the state’s right-to-shelter law.—
Chris Van Buskirk,
Boston Herald,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Kayla gets back to their office to find that the official sign came in, and Jimmy put her name first.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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After all, the year started with many signs indicating that 2025 could be a strong comeback year for initial public offerings.—
Lisya Bahar Manoah,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Palace put a message out on their social media page advising the issue had been fixed around 35 minutes after tickets went on sale.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Despite this being the lowest classification, health officials are still advising consumers to take precautions.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.—
Emily DeLetter,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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While recommendations are typically given in cups, actual portion sizes may vary by vegetable type and preparation.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Against Reddit’s advice, Fielder solicits a formal diagnosis, including an fMRI, to ensure there’s nothing so off about him that he can’t be trusted with others’ lives.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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Here's why that's terrible advice: Strong disagreement with accepted wisdom creates controversy.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
Noun
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The $650 billion staffing industry is shifting beneath our feet, and the clearest signal is this: traditional staffing companies are starting to look more like tech platforms.—
John Winsor,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Turn to face the shore, tread water, and signal for help by shouting or waving your arms.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2025
Noun
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At this point, the only people who may want to avoid taurine-containing energy drinks based on these findings are those who currently have, or are in remission from, leukemia—and that’s out of an abundance of caution.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
20 May 2025
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Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025
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“Cautioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioning. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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