
Caution
Physical Handling
Use 'caution' to describe careful physical actions with objects.

The glasses are fragile; please use caution.
Metaphorical Use
'Caution' can be about thinking and decision-making, not just physical actions.

You should exercise caution when accepting offers from strangers.
Emotional Subtlety
The word implies a mild sense of worry or concern.

She regarded his sudden change of plans with caution.
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AlertCarefulCircumspectionDiligenceDiscretionForethoughtPrudenceVigilanceWariness
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