spoiler alert

noun

: a reviewer's warning that a plot spoiler is about to be revealed

Examples of spoiler alert in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Brand New Day — major spoiler alert — introduces Sadie Sink as mutant Jean Grey. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026

David is ultimately revealed (spoiler alert) as a survivor of the climax’s brutal assault, which has led to unceasing fan demand for a sequel. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026

The four of them defend attack after attack from Thorne’s men until — spoiler alert — the accountant makes it to the stand. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 2 Aug. 2026

Yes, Wilkins has been a country-music artist for some years now, with releases dating back to 2015 on her Instagram that featured, spoiler alert, American-flag cover art. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spoiler alert

• assert
• avert
• dessert
• divert
• evert
• exert
• inert
• insert
• invert
• nightshirt
• overt
• revert