precautionary

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It’s precautionary behavior — a hedge against volatility and a signal of capital preservation.

From MarketWatch

"As a precautionary measure, international departures have been temporarily suspended, and incoming international flights are being diverted," the statement said, as the fire had affected "network and IT services".

From Barron's

The risk of conflict has caused mounting fear in Iran and spurred other countries to take precautionary measures.

From Barron's

Scottish Water said teams have been working round the clock since the alarm was raised and the local water treatment works was shut down as a precautionary measure.

From BBC

For much of last year, the Fed’s debate centered on whether the labor market was softening and whether precautionary cuts were needed to prevent a sharper slowdown.

From Barron's