on the alert
phrase
: looking for or expecting something (such as danger or an opportunity)
Drivers need to be on the alert for icy conditions.
always on the alert for a good bargain
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“On the alert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20alert. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.
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