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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
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Hobbs said the difference is that federal agencies often warned states of threats before attacks occurred.
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Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
An hour later, forecasters warned of similarly fierce winds in the rural northern Iredell County community of Love Valley, about 60 miles north of uptown Charlotte.
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Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
He is scheduled to be sentenced in September, and the judge has warned him to expect a lengthy jail term.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
27 June 2026
Investigators and consumer protection groups have warned that empty envelopes and mystery packages can be tied to a scam known as brushing.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Officials have grown increasingly concerned since Anthropic warned earlier this year that its Mythos model was adept at finding software flaws in a way that could be weaponized by malicious hackers and threaten critical computer networks around the world.
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Arkansas Online,
27 June 2026
Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin.
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ABC News,
27 June 2026
Beshear warned Kentucky residents in a video message not to drive after dark, adding that a motorist was swept away and killed by the floods.
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Samantha Cookinham,
NBC news,
27 June 2026
Verb
Parade organizers have warned attendees to take steps to stay cool, as temperatures on Sunday will feel like the 90s.
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Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Hobbs said the difference is that federal agencies often warned states of threats before attacks occurred.
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Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
An hour later, forecasters warned of similarly fierce winds in the rural northern Iredell County community of Love Valley, about 60 miles north of uptown Charlotte.
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Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
He is scheduled to be sentenced in September, and the judge has warned him to expect a lengthy jail term.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
27 June 2026
Investigators and consumer protection groups have warned that empty envelopes and mystery packages can be tied to a scam known as brushing.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Officials have grown increasingly concerned since Anthropic warned earlier this year that its Mythos model was adept at finding software flaws in a way that could be weaponized by malicious hackers and threaten critical computer networks around the world.
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Arkansas Online,
27 June 2026
Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin.
—
ABC News,
27 June 2026
Beshear warned Kentucky residents in a video message not to drive after dark, adding that a motorist was swept away and killed by the floods.
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Samantha Cookinham,
NBC news,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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The broad genre of pop also gives artists room to experiment, said O’Brien, adding that audiences these days are well aware of the concept of eras and understand artists will go through multiple ones throughout their careers.
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After clearing logjams in the White House and House of Representatives, the legislation drew broad support in an election year where both parties are increasingly aware that voters have said they're fed up with the high cost of living.
Verb
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The search began Monday, and involves investigators from the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, the FBI and the State Attorney's Office, who are excavating an area at Dry Creek Ranch after cadaver dogs alerted them during a recent search.
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Patrick found his brother unresponsive in the pool, pulled him out, and alerted his mother and neighbors for help.
Adjective
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If the same scenario plays out again, the Jazz seem prepared to repeat their own decisions and deal with any uncomfortable dynamics later.
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Forecasters are urging Georgians to monitor the latest forecasts, have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and be prepared to seek shelter if severe weather warnings are issued.
Verb
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While in Brooksville on May 19, Simpson and other Cabinet members raised the possibility Floridians might be advised to celebrate the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary without fireworks if heavy, ground-soaking rains didn't soon arrive.
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Investors are advised to avoid ASA, as its future performance appears hampered by both gold's current stagnation and management issues.
Adjective
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Investors who remain curious and open to learning from markets around the world may be better positioned to identify opportunities and make informed decisions in their own markets.
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County officials urged residents to stay informed about evacuation orders online.
Verb
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Over the past week, OpenAI’s advisers have cautioned the company that a public listing may not be met with enough enthusiasm due to the volatile public tech market, per the report.
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Reuters’ sources claimed that the deal could be closed in the next two weeks, but one cautioned that the timing could slip due to legal complications.
Adjective
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In contrast, during a 12-day war in June 2025, Tehran only attacked one base in Qatar, and even then forewarned authorities in Doha.
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Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.
Adjective
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Both of these sightings were enough to convince me to add the summer-ready bottoms to my own wardrobe (seriously, the pants have been living rent-free in my mind since her initial outfit).
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Mere minutes after Hakimi's goal, Haiti was ready for revenge, with a powerful goal by Wilson Isidor.
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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