caution
noun
alertness and prudence in a hazardous situation; care; wariness.
are cautioning
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present progressiveof caution.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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As Southern Californians enjoy their long summers at the beach, Seal Beach lifeguards are cautioning visitors about the seasonal uptick in stingray-related injuries.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2025
At the same time, on Wednesday, unnamed Israeli officials quoted by the Israeli media are cautioning that there is a "very large" gap on fundamental issues.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2024
The consulates for Mexico and Guatemala are cautioning their countrymen about the violent crime plaguing America’s capital.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 27, 2023
Many economists are cautioning the bank to pause so it doesn’t inadvertently push the British economy into recession.
From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2023
Investors hope that China's move earlier this month to be more targeted in enforcement of zero-COVID curbs heralds more significant easing, but many analysts are cautioning against being too bullish.
From Reuters ● Nov. 22, 2022
