precaution

Example Sentences

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"However, as a precaution and because the safety and wellbeing of our residents is our highest priority, we took the decision to vacate the building at the earliest opportunity," the group said.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Major international businesses—banks and consulting firms among them—evacuated office staff as a precaution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

For John Winston Isidro, life aboard his VLCC, or Very Large Crude Carrier, has been marked by equal parts monotony and precaution since his ship began playing the waiting game.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Employees cleared guests from the immediate area Tuesday afternoon as a precaution.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

As soon as Miss K left, Melissa, taking the precaution of leaving the door open, posted herself as a lookout.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary