as in warning
something that tells of approaching danger or risk
the reporter took her glower as a red light and stopped asking questions
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Recent Examples of red light
There's two options with the switch: the first will turn on a red light, to tell you the thermal brush is heating up.
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Nena Farrell, Wired News, 20 June 2025
Lamping allegedly ran a red light at the intersection of the two roads, and the Chevrolet pickup struck the driver’s side of the Toyota at highway speed, the highway patrol said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2025
When the 17-year-old ran a red light at Payne Avenue and Seventh Street, Kill turned on his emergency lights and siren and began pursuing the vehicle.
—Kathryn Kovalenko, Twin Cities, 18 June 2025
The traffic stop was made on East Avenue just after 7:30 a.m. when an officer reportedly saw the driver of a black Tesla blow through a red light at the Hendricks Avenue intersection, according to Lt.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025
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Nena Farrell, Wired News, 20 June 2025
Lamping allegedly ran a red light at the intersection of the two roads, and the Chevrolet pickup struck the driver’s side of the Toyota at highway speed, the highway patrol said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2025
When the 17-year-old ran a red light at Payne Avenue and Seventh Street, Kill turned on his emergency lights and siren and began pursuing the vehicle.
—Kathryn Kovalenko, Twin Cities, 18 June 2025
The traffic stop was made on East Avenue just after 7:30 a.m. when an officer reportedly saw the driver of a black Tesla blow through a red light at the Hendricks Avenue intersection, according to Lt.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red light
Noun
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The warning came after the department discovered that an impostor posing as Rubio had attempted to reach out to at least three foreign ministers, a U.S. senator and a governor, according to the July 3 cable, which was first reported by The Washington Post.—
Matthew Lee,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
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Beijing’s trade war with Washington has dominated attention, and Chinese officials previously downplayed the myriad long-term risks to growth, making the latest warnings notable.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Fortunately, there are ways to recognize red flags that indicate suspicious job descriptions.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Watch for common red flags: Be cautious of sudden friend requests from unfamiliar accounts, vague messages that mention surprise winnings, poor grammar or any pressure to act quickly.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Isaacman is a friend of Elon Musk, and the move was seen as the first sign of the rift between Trump and Musk that widened as the two men publicly feuded over a sweeping tax and spending package central to Trump’s second term agenda.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
10 July 2025
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Lawn will show signs when something isn't right and its care needs aren't being met.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
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“Red light.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red%20light. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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