cautiously

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Despite the promising findings, the researchers stressed that the results should be interpreted cautiously.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

So, with a year to go, Edouard Philippe is cautiously moving his campaign into gear – mindful that being an early favourite in the presidential race is as often a hindrance as an asset.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Some of these parents on Tuesday were cautiously encouraged while concerned that the proposed steps might be insufficient.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

For the next few weeks, many remained cautiously optimistic that the two sides could reach a deal that would reopen the strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

I went to the front room and advanced cautiously to the side; there were no curtains and it was hard to get to the far windows without exposing oneself to view.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt