cautious

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It prompted speculation over whether the Gunners were in the midst of an injury crisis or being cautious, but Arteta stressed the medical condition of every player was clearly communicated to their national teams.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Ominous headlines and abrupt u-turns about trade wars and actual wars make executives more cautious too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The price of Bitcoin, XRP, and other cryptocurrencies jumped Wednesday but the rebound was less enthusiastic than that of other risk assets as investors remained cautious over digital assets’ role in the Iran war.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Be cautious — but don’t write off rattlesnakes as vicious, the experts say.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“Naaaatalie,” he said, drawing my name out, cautious.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller