warning sign

noun

: something which shows that something else will happen
Falling prices may be a warning sign of a recession.

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The first warning sign landed alarmingly early for Arbeloa, watching his team concede just 31 seconds into the season opener. Thom Harris, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Beyond legal exposure, the practice carries a reputational cost, as jobseekers increasingly view recurring, unfilled openings as a warning sign about a company's culture. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026 After a surge in RV sales during the pandemic, the market has softened - a potential warning sign for the nation. Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 3 Sep. 2026 Corporate movers Walmart shares tumbled 9% after its outlook disappointed Wall Street, a warning sign for consumer spending heading into the back half of the year from America's largest retailer. Anniek Bao, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for warning sign

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“Warning sign.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warning%20sign. Accessed 17 Sep. 2026.

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