precautionary

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Precautionary measures would be reduced as soon as the impact was clearer, and it was known what needed to be done to make the canal and surrounding towpaths safe, the leader added.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2024

"Precautionary measures have already been initiated in line with the Secretary-General's zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse and other forms of misconduct," said the U.N. statement released late on Wednesday.

From Reuters • Oct. 12, 2023

“Together, Islanders reduced water use to low levels and helped the city successfully avoid a Precautionary Boil Water Notice and a much worse situation.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2023

Precautionary measures were being taken in the wider region, particularly in states using water from the Ohio River.

From New York Times • Feb. 13, 2023

Precautionary measures were however taken, and messengers sent to them, by the Lieutenant-Governor, to warn them against taking any part.

From The Treaties of Canada with the Indians of Manitoba and the North-West Territories Including the Negotiations on Which They Were Based, and Other Information Relating Thereto by Morris, Alexander