cautiously

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Beijing has cautiously aided Tehran—buying oil and reportedly providing limited military support.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

"Motorists travelling through Protected Areas are strongly advised to drive cautiously, as wild animals frequently cross the roads," it said.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Some of these parents on Tuesday were cautiously encouraged while concerned that the proposed steps might be insufficient.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The EPP has firm support from the hard-right ECR party, whose shadow rapporteur on the file, Kris Van Dijck, also said he was "cautiously optimistic".

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

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

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