as in informs
to tell (someone) officially about something
She notified the police about the accident. Customers were notified of the changes in the company. I was notified that I did not get the job.
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Recent Examples of notifies
As Chairman Atkins explained, the Wells process is the mechanism through which the Enforcement Staff notifies potential respondents or defendants of any charges, and the basis for the charges, that the Division intends to recommend to the Commission.
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Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
The proposal, which was unanimously approved by the board, also calls for signage to be posted on those properties that notifies the public that immigration enforcement activities are barred on the site.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
If the chat mentions violence, harm or suicidal ideation, (the app) immediately notifies a human.
—Krista Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The district uses the BrightArrow communication system, which notifies parents of information through phone, email or text messages.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
Israel requires doctors applying for the missions to be physically present in Israel or Jordan — a crossing point for many to Israel and Gaza — just before the mission starts, but notifies them only hours in advance if they are approved, says Syed.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
The proposal, which was unanimously approved by the board, also calls for signage to be posted on those properties that notifies the public that immigration enforcement activities are barred on the site.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
If the chat mentions violence, harm or suicidal ideation, (the app) immediately notifies a human.
—Krista Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The district uses the BrightArrow communication system, which notifies parents of information through phone, email or text messages.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
Israel requires doctors applying for the missions to be physically present in Israel or Jordan — a crossing point for many to Israel and Gaza — just before the mission starts, but notifies them only hours in advance if they are approved, says Syed.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for notifies
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The Wells Notice, which serves as the civil equivalent of a criminal grand jury target letter, informs the recipients that the Division is prepared to recommend to the Commissioners that they be sued.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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Once passengers buy tickets, the attendant directs them to a waiting Tesla, informs the driver of the destination and sends them on their way.—
Hadley Hitson,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 Oct. 2025
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Bayer also advises that the drug may cause drowsiness and vertigo, and recommends that anyone taking the drug to avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eating grapefruit.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Notifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notifies. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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