take precautions
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Adam Hussein, a 35-year-old representative for Mongbwalu's traditional faith healers, fretted about Ebola denial and called on everyone to take precautions.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
They urged residents in vulnerable areas to take precautions.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
She said they try to take precautions such as driving during daylight and checking online to see if there are problems where they are headed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
“I’m feeling better,” McVay, with a scratchy voice, said after the game, adding that he attempted to take precautions to avoid spreading the bug to others.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2025
In one of the most tragic cases of endrin poisoning there was no apparent carelessness; efforts had been made to take precautions apparently considered adequate.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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