Definition of Precaution

a measure taken in advance to protect against danger or trouble

Examples of Precaution in a sentence

Stocking up on food is one precaution you should take in case of emergency.  🔊

Having a fire extinguisher is a great precaution to ensure your house doesn’t burn down.  🔊

He kept a first aid kit in his car as a precaution in case he was ever injured.  🔊

Some people consider it a reasonable precaution to keep a shotgun under the bed; others view it as paranoia.  🔊

Though he took every precaution, he was still unprepared for the events as they unfolded.  🔊

He takes every precaution to ensure his home is protected from intruders.  🔊

Food safety standards are not just a precaution, but rather essential to ensuring healthy food service.  🔊

Having a spare tire is a normal precaution that manufacturers figure in with every vehicle.  🔊

It’s recommended that you keep a few days’ worth of food and water on hand as a precaution in case of emergency.  🔊

He brought a jacket as a precaution, but the temperature stayed nice and warm so he didn’t use it.  🔊

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