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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
Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Christina Perrier, InStyle, 18 June 2026
The French league was alerted by partners monitoring betting markets about suspicious betting activity at international level concerning Nice’s home game against Metz on May 17, which ended 0-0, and in which Wahi was shown a yellow card.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
TxDOT also alerted drivers that several lanes on Interstate 10 in Houston were blocked early Wednesday morning due to high water.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 17 June 2026
The two men were linked to the plot about a week before the UFC fight was scheduled, after a relative of an alleged co-conspirator alerted authorities.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Trump was alerted to that clip, according to a source familiar with the situation.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
The Smyrna city government alerted residents about the ongoing impacts the FIFA World Cup may be having on mail delivery in the area.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 16 June 2026
The couple said that Lillie Ann is incredibly perceptive to their mood changes and has alerted Robert to changes in his health.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The gathering on Thursday, which staff were alerted to on Tuesday, had been postponed more than once, prompting anxieties.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 June 2026
Adjective
The alerted products come in various weight packages packed or sliced in retail delis.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Verb
Her family alerted authorities after Nancy missed church on Sunday.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 18 June 2026
The French league was alerted by partners monitoring betting markets about suspicious betting activity at international level concerning Nice’s home game against Metz on May 17, which ended 0-0, and in which Wahi was shown a yellow card.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
TxDOT also alerted drivers that several lanes on Interstate 10 in Houston were blocked early Wednesday morning due to high water.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 17 June 2026
The two men were linked to the plot about a week before the UFC fight was scheduled, after a relative of an alleged co-conspirator alerted authorities.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Trump was alerted to that clip, according to a source familiar with the situation.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
The Smyrna city government alerted residents about the ongoing impacts the FIFA World Cup may be having on mail delivery in the area.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 16 June 2026
The couple said that Lillie Ann is incredibly perceptive to their mood changes and has alerted Robert to changes in his health.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The gathering on Thursday, which staff were alerted to on Tuesday, had been postponed more than once, prompting anxieties.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alerted
Adjective
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Another way to stay hydrated is to avoid drinking alcohol, because alcoholic beverages cause dehydration and also make people less aware of heat illness symptoms, says Vanos.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
17 June 2026
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The mayor and the police department should’ve been more aware of the possibility of this happening from previous incidents and prepared for it.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, which is aligned with Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard Corps, warned one of its top negotiators, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, against going to the talks empty-handed.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Forecasters warned that a thunderstorm could bring wind gusts of between 40 and 50 mph, National Weather Service Senior Meteorologist Chuck Caracozza said.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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What clients actually purchase is judgment, confidence, strategic thinking, and the ability to make informed decisions under conditions of uncertainty.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Prioritize safety, stay informed, and act responsibly to protect lives and property.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Cooper is expected to be in court on Wednesday to be advised of the charge of second-degree assault- strangulation, as well as Cooper, 28, third-degree assault- knowingly or recklessly causing injury, a misdemeanor.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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The Eastlands’ supporters had seemingly been advised against wearing green.—
Karen Valby,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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In a joint statement, leaders of France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom said the countries were prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to steps on its nuclear program after the United States and Iran reached a deal to end their war.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Keep track of fires and be prepared to leave.—
Don Sweeney,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Previously, Alix Earle, Jake Shane, Anastasia Karanikolaou and Stella Jones shared their own updates at sea with Alo, from fitness sessions with wellness instructors to below-deck getting ready videos.—
Joe Bobowicz,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Prosecutors said Sit and Liu were packed and ready to flee when officers arrested them in June 2025.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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“Alerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alerted. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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