caution
noun
alertness and prudence in a hazardous situation; care; wariness.
cautioning
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present participleof caution.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Most people started to receive the alert from 19:00 BST on Friday, with a message cautioning against the use of disposable barbeques, naked flames or fireworks.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
His comment came after US President Donald Trump said negotiations were being conducted in an "orderly and constructive manner", even while cautioning that US negotiators had been advised "not to rush into a deal".
From Barron's ● May 25, 2026
Likewise, a friend warned me against staying up through 2 a.m. for the premiere of Quentin Dupieux’s “Full Phil,” cautioning that it was the worst film they’d ever seen at Cannes in over a decade.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
A deal could come together in the coming weeks, the people said, cautioning that the talks could still fall apart.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
Lydia gave him a cautioning glance and raised a finger, mouthing the words you promised.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
