as in red flags
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 lights
Both earlier crashes were reportedly linked to drivers running red lights, heightening concerns among local residents about safety at the intersection, the outlet reported.
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Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Two hours later, Eric was standing in the 200 level in front of a Canes backdrop with red lights above his head.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The new restrictions extend to times when drivers aren't moving but are still on the road, like when they're stopped at red lights or stuck in traffic, TribLIVE reported.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Insects aren't as attracted to yellow, orange, and red lights.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
According to state police, the vehicle was seen going through multiple red lights and passing other motorists.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The horizon is scattered with tall wind turbines, crowned with blinking red lights visible from miles away in the nighttime sky.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Being able to relax and really enjoy the massage seat made all those red lights ahead of me not seem so sinister.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
He was accused of leading sheriff’s deputies on a speedy chase through a residential area of Oceanside, blowing past multiple red lights and knocking a deputy off a motorcycle.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Two hours later, Eric was standing in the 200 level in front of a Canes backdrop with red lights above his head.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The new restrictions extend to times when drivers aren't moving but are still on the road, like when they're stopped at red lights or stuck in traffic, TribLIVE reported.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Insects aren't as attracted to yellow, orange, and red lights.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
According to state police, the vehicle was seen going through multiple red lights and passing other motorists.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
The horizon is scattered with tall wind turbines, crowned with blinking red lights visible from miles away in the nighttime sky.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Being able to relax and really enjoy the massage seat made all those red lights ahead of me not seem so sinister.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
He was accused of leading sheriff’s deputies on a speedy chase through a residential area of Oceanside, blowing past multiple red lights and knocking a deputy off a motorcycle.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for red lights
Noun
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Members of Forbes Technology Council share red flags that can help users make smarter decisions about which apps deserve their trust.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Some behaviors are more subtle—and according to industry professionals, these are the biggest red flags.—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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Changes with this advisory All coastal watches and warnings are discontinued.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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But the worst may be yet to come, as tropical storm watches and warnings line parts of the Texas and Louisiana coastlines, with concerns for both coastal storm surge and inland freshwater flooding.—
Ben Noll,
Washington Post,
17 June 2026
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And the deals extend well beyond skin care, with discounts on hair and makeup products that address everything from early signs of thinning hair and sparse brows to dull complexions in need of a natural-looking flush.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
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Chopper 4 flew over the detention center and observed no visible signs that the facility was being dismantled.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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“Red lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red%20lights. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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