as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
the cautiousness of drivers on the icy roadways was largely responsible for the accident-free day
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Noun
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Unusually low prices that seem too good to be true—especially in popular tourist destinations or during peak seasons—should be viewed with caution.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
18 July 2025 -
Vitamin C supplements may be beneficial in certain situations, but they should be used with caution and under the guidance of a healthcare professional.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
18 July 2025
Noun
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But other supporters of the former president chose to ask for prudence in negotiations.—
Mauricio Savarese,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Scouting in stealth: Heat scouring for success (if) at No. 20 in NBA draft ASK IRA: Is practicing prudence essential in Heat not mortgaging future in a Durant deal?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
Noun
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This trend reflects the increasing financialization of medical care.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The team has doubled down on human contact and personal care at a time when automation and artificial intelligence have dominated service models.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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“Cautiousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautiousness. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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