caution

[US]/ˈkɔːʃn/
[UK]/ˈkɔːʃn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. carefulness; a warning or sign of danger
vt. to warn or advise about something dangerous

Phrases & Collocations

proceed with caution

exercise caution

use caution

approach with caution

drive with caution

with caution

caution against

Example Sentences

a degree of caution is probably wise.

they let him off with a caution .

I urge caution in interpreting these results.

The policeman cautioned that driver.

I would counsel caution in such a case.

I recommend caution in dealing with this matter.

He was cautioned for drunken driving.

advisers have cautioned against tax increases.

he was cautioned for possessing drugs.

the caution wouldn't go on his criminal record.

The dean cautioned him against being late.

The policeman cautioned the prisoners not to play any tricks.'

advised caution in choosing a school.

The climbers took the necessary cautions in preparing for the ascent.

The doctor cautioned him to brace up.

You should exercise extreme caution when driving in fog.

The policeman cautioned the motorist about his speed.

I cautioned him against the danger.

We were cautioned against using that bridge.

Real-world Examples

Kings lack the caution of common men.

Source: Game of Thrones (Season 1)

The way you kept on my trail was a caution.

Source: A Study in Scarlet by Sherlock Holmes

Officials, they're advising residents there to take the utmost caution.

Source: CNN 10 Student English May 2023 Compilation

I think that the best course of action is some caution.

Source: Lost Girl Season 4

Most doctors erred on the side of caution.

Source: Time

Watch out for pickpockets! cautioned their father.

Source: Charlotte's Web

It requires the greatest caution...and clear information on the real risks it presents.

Source: Rescue Chernobyl

Still, there is cause for caution.

Source: The Economist - International

Treating outliers with caution is reasonable.

Source: The Economist - Technology

But campaigners' optimism is tinged with caution.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

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