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warned

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verb

past tense of warn
as in alerted
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk the lifeguard warned the boys that if they continued playing so rough, someone was sure to get hurt

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Recent Examples of warned
Verb
Additionally, residents are warned of the possible damage that could be done on unprotected outdoor plumbing. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado updated February 20, Sacbee.com, 21 Feb. 2026 In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, Oxford Economics economist Nico Palesch warned that advances in robotics could soon also disrupt physical jobs, potentially affecting up to 20% of the workforce. Benzinga, Freep.com, 21 Feb. 2026 The move triggered widespread criticism from Russian military bloggers, who warned that Telegram was widely used by troops fighting in Ukraine and its throttling would derail military communications. Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026 If the Florida legislation becomes law, analysts, advocates and Democrats warned of negative, disproportionate consequences. Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026 Democrats have warned that the administration is pushing an authoritarian approach that violates constitutional rights, and polls show most people disapprove of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Zac Anderson, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026 Hochul also warned that there could be flooding in coastal areas. Mark Prussin, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026 Mamdani warned that this weekend's storm could be worse for the city than the last. Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 21 Feb. 2026 McCarthy warned that being too quick to bring untested criminal cases against political adversaries risks damaging institutional legitimacy regardless of which party is in power. Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
  • As the recipient of Gentle Readers’ mail, Miss Manners is all too aware of the deluge of rudeness in the modern world.
    Judith Martin, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
  • Eagan city staff were not aware of any other active data center moratoria in the Twin Cities area; this move is believed to be the first.
    Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Todd Kosloske, a security officer at Northbrook JCC, had just started his shift when Pines alerted him that there was a medical emergency in the pool.
    Alexandra Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
  • The victim, who didn’t give up his belongings, alerted police, who quickly arrested Coulibaly.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • The Cybertruck is best for drivers who are prepared to regularly charge an EV publicly or at home.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
  • In its statement, Homeland Security said the agency is prepared to train 12,000 new hires this year, and that the majority of new hires are experienced law enforcement officers who have already gone through a police academy.
    Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Council members were advised Monday that the agreement remains in place and prevents city officials from talking openly about the expansion project or taking steps to move forward with some kind of plan until next year.
    Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
  • Keep family and friends advised of your location and well-being via phone, text, and social media.
    Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Open board meetings provide transparency into association finances and management, allowing owners to stay informed about issues affecting the community.
    Michael Toback, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Now a Heisman Trophy winner and national champion, Mendoza is considered bound for Brady’s Raiders by virtually all predictions and mock drafts — or anyone who is even mildly informed on this year’s draft.
    David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • When the controversy happened, Kelly was already on a yellow card, having been cautioned earlier in the game for clattering into Galatasaray’s Gabriel Sara.
    Steve Madeley, New York Times, 27 Feb. 2026
  • That number fell in October, but industry experts cautioned in December that prices may rise again.
    Chantelle Lee, Time, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.
    David Lyman, The Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Carnahan shows skill at bouncing suspicion from one character to another as the destination of the $20 million remains up for debate and the time until the forewarned siege is meant to happen continues shrinking.
    David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
  • But a child could ace a standard pediatric screening and still be behind in other areas needed to be ready for kindergarten, Bode said.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 26 Feb. 2026
  • With a $80K base price – the new normal in this SUV category – the 2026 Nissan Armada is ready to ride.
    Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026

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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

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