spoiler alert

noun

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

Examples of spoiler alert in a Sentence

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Brand New Day — major spoiler alert — introduces Sadie Sink as mutant Jean Grey. James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 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 Damon was among dozens of high-profile faces that could be seen at MetLife on Sunday, during the climactic showdown between Spain and Argentina that resulted in (spoiler alert), Spain’s first win since 2010. Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 19 July 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 See All Example Sentences for spoiler alert

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spoiler alert was in 1982

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“Spoiler alert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoiler%20alert. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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