cautious
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“I’m very cautious about touting certain things that are somehow going to be a panacea.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Generally speaking, consumers are being more cautious, Bar Casi’s Cañas said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
While Jobs could often be dismissive of ideas, Cook established a reputation for a more cautious, accessible and deliberate approach.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
"Under the new system, we will strategically promote equipment transfers while making even more rigorous and cautious judgments on whether transfers are permissible," she wrote.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Nevertheless, a prince must be cautious in believing accusations and in acting against individuals, nor should he be afraid of his own shadow.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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