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The Clue
Sensible step (10 letter answer)
The Answer
PRECAUTION
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Notes
The answer PRECAUTION is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
PRECAUTION as a noun:
1. (precaution, safeguard, guard) = a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.; "he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution"; "an insurance policy is a good safeguard"; "we let our guard down"
2. the trait of practicing caution in advance
3. (caution, precaution, care, forethought) = judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"