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precaution

[pri-kaw-shuhn] / prɪˈkɔ ʃən /


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Orange County Health Officer Regina Chinsio Kwong said Friday the large exclusion zone around the tank was a necessary precaution.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

All 224 passengers on board were evacuated by inflatable emergency slides as a matter of precaution, Frontier said.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

As a precaution, vaccinations have been offered to people identified as close contacts of confirmed cases.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

As a precaution, Utz is warning consumers about potential health risks linked to the products.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

As a precaution, Jacob cut a slit in one pocket of his long raincoat.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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