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precaution

[pri-kaw-shuhn] / prɪˈkɔ ʃən /


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Some theme parks in Dubai, including Legoland and Real Madrid World, have remained closed as a precaution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

"However, as a precaution and because the safety and wellbeing of our residents is our highest priority, we took the decision to vacate the building at the earliest opportunity," the group said.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Other facilities have closed or reduced activity as a precaution, such as Ruwais.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Employees cleared guests from the immediate area Tuesday afternoon as a precaution.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

“Necessary precaution . .. unfortunate, but there you are.... I’ve just met some of them. They’re in a fury against Dumbledore — he won’t let them inside the castle grounds.”

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling