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caution
noun
verb
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
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noun
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
“a man of caution”
noun
the trait of being circumspect and prudent
noun
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
“he exercised caution in opening the door”
noun
a warning against certain acts
“a caveat against unfair practices”
verb
warn strongly; put on guard
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a man of caution
he exercised caution in opening the door
he handled the vase with care
a caveat against unfair practices
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