cautiously

Example Sentences

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McCarthy, who’s road-tripped from his home in New York City, proceeds cautiously, stepping gently around the mess and breaking down boxes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Pavelle said Doctronic is proceeding cautiously and that data on how well the pilot performs will be made public and published in a peer-reviewed journal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Sheinbaum cautiously welcomed the tacit acknowledgement of Spain's past actions, saying: "One could say that it is not everything we would have wanted but it is a gesture of reconciliation."

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Bagri may be sidelined for now, but his commentary was cautiously upbeat.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

“They’re . . . soft, velvety,” I said cautiously, like he was a spooked animal.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith