as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
thanks for the heads-up about the upcoming visit from the corporate big shots
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Recent Examples of heads-up
Glamour, 19 Feb. 2026
Luckily for Dallas, Benn found the deciding goal late to prevent overtime off a heads-up play by Heiskanen.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 8 Mar. 2023
With Spalding still trailing by two with one minute left, Lamothe helped make the difference with a heads-up play.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2023
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Noun
The publication also reports that King Charles was not given a heads-up regarding the arrest.
—Glamour, 19 Feb. 2026
Luckily for Dallas, Benn found the deciding goal late to prevent overtime off a heads-up play by Heiskanen.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Every year, Michigan homeowners get a heads-up on how much their property taxes could be going up.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 8 Mar. 2023
With Spalding still trailing by two with one minute left, Lamothe helped make the difference with a heads-up play.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heads-up
Noun
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Military bases across California have tightened security since the conflict began, requiring more stringent visitor identification, checks at gates and warning of traffic delays.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Such is the warning from transparency advocates over Assembly Bill 1034, which passed the lower chamber last month by a 95-1 vote.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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One activist said the group is aware of the concerns, as well as worries about noise complaints, but counter that with the changing tactics of ICE agents in their communities, residents are also looking for new, flexible, grassroots ways to alert people.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Be aware that sodium nitrite is added to the brine to prevent bacterial growth and to give the meat its characteristic pink color.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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People are wary of joining groups that may lack authenticity and connection.—
Emilee Coblentz,
Outside,
8 Mar. 2026
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Her government has since been navigating a delicate transition, balancing pressure from Washington for cooperation on corruption and criminal cases with the demands of powerful figures within Venezuela’s military and security apparatus who remain wary of the rapidly shifting political landscape.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Carve out some extra time to enjoy the alfresco deep soaking tub or take a mindful stroll among nature at the meditative labyrinth walk.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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Not surprisingly, the analog lifestyle is being adopted by young adults and younger generations as a way to be more mindful, more intentional.—
Karen Garcia,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be vigilant to avoid pests and diseases from becoming rampant.—
Marie Iannotti,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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Martinez said the council will be vigilant about addressing those market pressures.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be watchful of ponding on roadways.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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The next day, the chefs headed out for an elimination challenge at La Belle Helene, where several watchful Charlotteans had spotted film crews last fall.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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His willingness to seek support, stay engaged and persevere through obstacles demonstrates maturity well beyond his years.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Mar. 2026
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In a world filled with distractions, strength training can help reset your mind and keep you mentally engaged.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While most matzo in the United States is made in factories, shmura matzos are baked by observant Jews who use well water to make the dough, roll it out in circles and cook it in a traditional coal oven.—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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The effect isn’t passively observant but, rather, rigorously formal, embodying Depardon’s own concentrated engagement and demanding the same involvement of viewers.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Heads-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heads-up. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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