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to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
I should forewarn you before you come to visit that we have a dog
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Recent Examples of forewarned
David Lyman, The Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
Molly Liebergall, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
Just be forewarned, this is not a quick-and-easy nail design.
—Glamour, 27 Nov. 2025
Be forewarned, though, that consumers with lower credit scores may get turned down.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Just be forewarned that soundbars that support Atmos usually cost several hundred dollars more than their non-Atmos equivalents.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Just be forewarned, the Week 6 waivers are a bit thin.
—Jake Ciely, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Car shopping experts forewarned that the rush of buyers would all but halt without the credit, though GM and Ford managed to find a work-around that allowed EVs intended for leasing to qualify ― while supplies last.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
The jerky in particular has ruined me for all other beef jerky—so be forewarned the same might happen to you.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Sep. 2025
But be forewarned that a pawpaw’s skin is somewhat toxic.
—John Vukmirovich, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.
—David Lyman, The Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Worst case, if Picea—which also sells robot vacuums and makes them for other companies—ultimately decides to strip iRobot for parts, your Roomba should still work, just without an app or cloud connectivity, the Verge reported last month when iRobot forewarned of bankruptcy.
—Molly Liebergall, Fortune, 16 Dec. 2025
Just be forewarned, this is not a quick-and-easy nail design.
—Glamour, 27 Nov. 2025
Be forewarned, though, that consumers with lower credit scores may get turned down.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Just be forewarned that soundbars that support Atmos usually cost several hundred dollars more than their non-Atmos equivalents.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Just be forewarned, the Week 6 waivers are a bit thin.
—Jake Ciely, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
Car shopping experts forewarned that the rush of buyers would all but halt without the credit, though GM and Ford managed to find a work-around that allowed EVs intended for leasing to qualify ― while supplies last.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
The jerky in particular has ruined me for all other beef jerky—so be forewarned the same might happen to you.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Sep. 2025
But be forewarned that a pawpaw’s skin is somewhat toxic.
—John Vukmirovich, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forewarned
Verb
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Captain Ben Stokes, who looks secure in his position and has expressed a desire to stay on, warned last week against wholesale changes.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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City officials said revenue from current rates no longer covers expenses, and warned that without the adjustment, Davis would need to rely on inter-fund loans to maintain operations.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But we were given a very good statement by people that are aware of what's going on.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Jan. 2026
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CeraVe Acne Foaming Cleanser Older kids and tweens often start breaking out with acne around this age, so be aware that exfoliators, acids, or retinol can potentially cause skin irritation.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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When the train arrived at the Clark/Lake station a short time later, a passenger alerted security officers on the platform.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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The upgrades allowed the center to identify the man and alerted the Bell Police Department.—
Lesley Marin,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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DeCristo did read a prepared statement when interviewed twice by investigators in January 2024 and February 2024.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Alpine Rescue has said the two were well prepared.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Fortunately, the American public is much more informed and less likely to be deceived by the meat and dairy industry than in 1977.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Jan. 2026
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Leadership in the Civil Rights Division, overseen by Harmeet Dhillon, informed staff in the division's criminal section that there would not be an investigation, two sources said.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Nearly a quarter of all fresher roles now require AI or data-related skills, up from just 5%–10% three years ago, said Alug, adding that AI skilling in India needs urgent attention because the talent gap is widening fast as demand for AI-ready workers grows.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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Do this simple test to find out if your soil is ready.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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