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adjective

Definition of cautioningnext
as in warning
serving as or offering a warning a cautioning story about how envy can destroy a friendship

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cautioning

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noun

as in assistance

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cautioning

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verb

present participle of caution
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
  1. warning
  2. assistance
  3. sign
  4. advising
  5. recommendation
  6. advice
  7. signal
  8. caution
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of warning
Noun
  • Nichushkin cleared the protocols of Stage 3 of the NHL player assistance program, ending his six-month suspension.
    Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Tuesday's deadline was set by Washington for Israel to meet a host of requirements aimed at boosting aid into Gaza or face restrictions on U.S. military assistance, as required under U.S. law.
    Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of assistance
Noun
  • According to the Cleveland Clinic, more noticeable signs of contamination are visible mold spots, an unpleasant smell, cloudy water, or an off-putting taste.
    Kayla Blanton, Outside Online, 17 Nov. 2024
  • But one of the team’s top prospects, defenseman Owen Pickering, was just recalled from the AHL, a sign that the Pens want to get younger.
    Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
Definition of sign
Verb
  • The State Department is advising against travel to Haiti in the midst of violent political turmoil.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • There’ve been a lot of studies advising us that a lack of sleep negatively affects health.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of advising
Noun
  • Report explains findings, recommendations, areas to study In addition to recommendations, the group’s report also points to several areas of the system that require more study for possible changes.
    Yesenia Robles, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Money & Markets The 10 best SUVs to buy right now, according to Consumer Reports Consumer Reports tested more than 150 SUVs to make its recommendations By Start Slideshow Americans love their SUVs, which make up the majority of new car purchases in the country.
    Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of recommendation
Noun
  • The filmmakers will sit through workshops, get advice from expert speakers and other top professionals, and get backstage access courtesy of Sony Pictures executives.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The notice was published on Monday to the state’s Arizona Job Connection website to comply with federal law that requires employers to provide advice notice of mass layoffs.
    Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of advice
Noun
  • Other proposals include requiring Google to syndicate its U.S. search results and ranking signals with rivals for 10 years, and letting other companies access its search index at a marginal cost.
    Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Their disenchantment with Democrats and Republicans highlights a growing political divide and signals challenges for future candidates hoping to win them over.
    Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of signal
Noun
  • In an abundance of caution to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease, 12 states prohibit the use of natural deer urine and permit only synthetic scents.
    Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Out of an abundance of caution, the school will hold a virtual learning day Tuesday, Elliott wrote.
    Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of caution
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