Cryptic crossword clue
Warnings from police caught up during sales 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word CAUTIONS

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The straight part
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What does CAUTIONS mean?

CAUTIONS noun
  1. Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care
  2. A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided
  3. Security; guaranty; bail.
  4. One who draws attention or causes astonishment by their behaviour.
  5. A formal warning given as an alternative to prosecution in minor cases.
  6. A yellow card.
CAUTIONS verb
  1. To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
  2. To give a yellow card

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