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 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 cautioning
David Carnevali, Bloomberg, 5 Jan. 2026
His old friend Nick Saban repeatedly defended him, cautioning the public to reserve judgment.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
The Associated Press reported that Yemeni officials urged the STC to withdraw from areas seized in the east, cautioning that unilateral moves could undermine the political process and destabilize a fragile balance in the south.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 17 Dec. 2025
At one location in Indiana, store managers went so far as posting a prominent sign behind the register cautioning employees.
—Curt Devine, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
Cold temperatures and wind chills are below 0 degrees, and meteorologists are cautioning drivers to be aware of current road conditions since most are still snow-covered.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 Dec. 2025
But while retail traders' interest in the emerging asset class is accelerating, some experts are cautioning them to pump the breaks.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025
Hughes also spoke to the efficacy of current USMCA rules of origin, cautioning the USTR against creating new restrictions.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Dec. 2025
Vance has been cautioning Republicans about complacency since last summer.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Nov. 2025
Verb
An announcement could come as soon as Monday, the people said, cautioning that the timing could still change.
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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.—
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
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The outlet also said the plan represents a shift away from long-standing import subsidies toward direct assistance for citizens.—
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According to the firm, its robots provide interactive assistance, handling routine inquiries with a warm, human-like presence and expressive body language.—
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Court documents also said a 17-year-old planned a Shelby County school shooting that was prevented, largely by the student's mother alerting police to their concerns.—
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One defendant is accused of obstruction by alerting gang members to the imminent racketeering indictment in 2024.—
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About 30 percent of the galaxies emit radio waves, a sign that their central black holes are active.—
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The rich-looking denim alternative was a big trend in 2025, with co-signs from Hailey Bieber and Martha Stewart.—
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When skiing, a guide skis behind Paul and provides instruction, telling him when to turn and advising him of the conditions ahead.—
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Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.—
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The district’s board of trustees unanimously approved the recommendation.—
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A number of nutrition and public health experts were shocked by the new guidelines omitting clear recommendations for alcohol.—
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Most of the complexes also include unusual amenities like on-site child care, smoking cessation classes, areas for on-site food cultivation, English classes, advice for job searches and help securing a high school diploma.—
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As members of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the two often intertwined their faith into their advice.—
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The outer layer of the capsule is made from gelatin coated with a layer of cellulose and either molybdenum or tungsten, which blocks any RF signal from being emitted.—
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Advance Denim’s exclusive use of HV100 in key Asian markets is a clear signal that the future of denim doesn’t have to compromise between aesthetic authenticity, technical performance and planetary well-being.—
Cite this Entry
“Cautioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cautioning. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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