as in warnings
something that tells of approaching danger or risk
his high blood pressure was a wake-up call that he needed to do something about his health
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wake-up calls
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 -
The entire shoreline is under high swim risk warnings, and advisories for boaters and mariners.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With this knowledge, CR decided to test several popular toddler towers themselves to alert caregivers to any safety red flags.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
4 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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That interaction produces the green and red lights.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The crossing arms are already down, red lights flashing in warning.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
23 Aug. 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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“Wake-up calls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wake-up%20calls. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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