caution
noun
alertness and prudence in a hazardous situation; care; wariness.
have been cautioning
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present perfect progressiveof caution.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Big bond investors believe lawmakers will eventually reach an agreement, but have been cautioning that maintaining high levels of liquidity was important to withstand potential violent moves in asset prices.
From Reuters ● May 10, 2023
However, officials in Kyiv have been cautioning against any expectations of a quick win, describing the offensive as a slow grinding down of the enemy.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2022
Companies have been cautioning investors of weaker results for the period at a greater than normal rate, according to FactSet.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 7, 2022
Allies of both Mr. Schmitt and Representative Vicky Hartzler, another Senate candidate who is closely trailing Mr. Schmitt in most polling, have been cautioning Mr. Trump and his allies against endorsing Mr. Greitens.
From New York Times ● Jun. 23, 2022
I have been cautioning Lottie and Boyne, but I know it will come out somehow.
From The Kentons by William Dean Howells
