precaution
Example Sentences
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Occupants of the house were evacuated as a precaution.
From Barron's
That animal outside your cave could be harmless — or a predator; the survival of the species depends on assuming the worst and taking precautions.
From MarketWatch
“International humanitarian law clearly spells out that any attack must comply with the fundamental principles of distinction, necessity and proportionality and for precautions to be taken to protect civilians,” Türk said.
Local residents were also advised to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution.
From BBC
The incident comes as Jewish and civil rights organizations urged precaution and vigilance during Hanukkah in light of a deadly attack in Sydney during a Hanukkah celebration.
From Los Angeles Times
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