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
What To Know Also high on the list was Oregon, with its strict driving laws and some of the highest fines in the country for running a red light or not wearing a seat belt.
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
In her music, boys tend to throw pebbles at her window, run to meet her in the pouring rain, make speeches in her doorway, dance with her in parking lots, cry all night outside her house, or run red lights while staring at her.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
The crossing arms are already down, red lights flashing in warning.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2025
On May 26, 2024, Lopez blew past a red light after cops tried to pull him over in his black 2018 Mercedes-Benz sedan for speeding — hitting around 75 mph on Gates and Wilson Aves.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
In her music, boys tend to throw pebbles at her window, run to meet her in the pouring rain, make speeches in her doorway, dance with her in parking lots, cry all night outside her house, or run red lights while staring at her.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
The crossing arms are already down, red lights flashing in warning.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2025
On May 26, 2024, Lopez blew past a red light after cops tried to pull him over in his black 2018 Mercedes-Benz sedan for speeding — hitting around 75 mph on Gates and Wilson Aves.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red light
Noun
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This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in reducing the risk of wildfires during these hazardous conditions.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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There weren’t any immediate red flags in the months leading up to the start of school, but on the first day fellow teachers told her about one student’s severe behavioral issues.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the surgery involves cutting away thin layers of the skin until there are no signs of cancer.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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There are early signs that Alonso will bring the best out of him.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Red light.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red%20light. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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