Pronunciation: /kɔːtəl/
noun a trick or deception
A1 She approached the situation with caution.
A2 The detective used cunning and cautel to solve the case.
B1 The politician employed cautel in his negotiations to achieve his goals.
B2 The spy's success was attributed to his skillful use of cautel.
C1 The lawyer's legal strategy was based on a combination of cautel and expertise.
C2 The master manipulator's cautel was unmatched in the world of espionage.
verb to deceive or trick
A1 He cautels his steps when walking on the icy sidewalk.
A2 She cautels her words before speaking in front of a large audience.
B1 The detective cautels the suspect during questioning.
B2 It is important to cautel your actions when handling sensitive information.
C1 The politician was known for his ability to cautel his opponents during debates.
C2 The spy was trained to cautel every move in order to avoid detection.
formal The diplomat approached the negotiation with great cautel, ensuring every detail was carefully considered.
informal She always handles tricky situations with cautel, never rushing into decisions.
slang I told him to use some cautel when dealing with that shady character.
figurative In the game of chess, every move must be made with cautel to outsmart your opponent.
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