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verb

past tense of alert
as in warned
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk alerted us to the possibility that the roads would be flooded and we might have to take a detour

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Recent Examples of alerted
Adjective
The alerted products come in various weight packages packed or sliced in retail delis. Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Verb
Without hesitation, Patrick, 7, pulled his younger brother from the water, alerted their mom to the emergency and ran to a neighbor's house to get extra help, deputies said. Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 But the video assistant referee alerted head ref Raphael Claus to review the incident for a possible red card. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 3 July 2026 In that case, the joint account holder — the victim's daughter — was contacted, the police were alerted and the money was recovered the next day. Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 2 July 2026 The officer, who was at the airport for personal travel, alerted Lead TSA Officer Raynani Camara, the Transportation Security Administration said in a June 29 news release. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 2 July 2026 James alerted the Lakers with enough forewarning before free agency officially begins on Tuesday evening about his future plans. Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The girl went into a nearby building and alerted park officials. Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 30 June 2026 The search began Monday, and involves investigators from the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, the FBI and the State Attorney's Office, who are excavating an area at Dry Creek Ranch after cadaver dogs alerted them during a recent search. Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 24 June 2026 Patrick found his brother unresponsive in the pool, pulled him out, and alerted his mother and neighbors for help. Mary Ella Hastings june 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alerted
Adjective
  • Buckingham Palace has, however, been aware of that judgment since last Thursday.
    Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
  • City officials were made aware of the potential dangers the fireworks were posing for the departing and arriving flights.
    Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • But be warned, reservations are a must — BoccaLupo is bustling with hungry diners from open to close.
    Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • County officials have repeatedly warned that fraudulent claims take money away from public services and shift the tax burden to honest taxpayers.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026
Adjective
  • Jensen and researchers at the London Business School, found skilled or informed traders drove the majority of the accuracy on Polymarket.
    Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 2 July 2026
  • With more options than ever, employees often need additional guidance to make informed decisions.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • One McDonald's employee advised PEOPLE that the best way to eat the Fried Apple Pie is with a Plain Sundae with Vanilla Soft Serve.
    Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Mau advised people — especially those who live in areas with lots of wildlife — to be educated about rabies risks.
    Kelli Arseneau, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Adjective
  • At precisely the moment admissions have become more subjective, professors across the country are increasingly expressing concern that many students are arriving at college less prepared for college-level work than previous generations.
    Scott White, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • But other council members were not prepared to put it on the ballot.
    Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Adjective
  • The clambake is ready when the clams have fully opened, the potatoes are tender, the broth is bubbling and the sausage is heated through.
    Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Leadership teams that are ready for change treat ambiguity as part of the job.
    Tracy Lawrence, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

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“Alerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alerted. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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