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be careful

VERB

look out

Synonyms

WEAK

be alert be on guard beware check out have a care heads up hearken keep an eye out keep tabs listen mind notice pay attention peg pick up on scope shotgun size up spot spy watch out

Antonyms

WEAK

disregard ignore neglect

Example Sentences

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If the pace is slower, jockeys on the other horses, such as Jose Ortiz on Golden Tempo, will have to be careful not to drop too far back.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

I’m in my early 30s, so I still have quite a bit of time to save for retirement, but I want to be careful.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

He urged passengers to be careful with power banks not just on aircraft, but also in everyday life.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

But Alagna is warning investors to be careful when buying shares in SpaceX or any mega unicorn.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

He refilled her water canteen, pointed her in the direction of the path, and told her again to be careful, eyes full of brotherliness.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu

be careful

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