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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
Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Emergency officials warned residents and visitors to expect road closures and traffic delays in the area surrounding Madison Square Garden.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Roughly three out of four of the more than 150 respondents pointed to commuting costs, while many also warned the mandate would disrupt work-life balance.
—Ruyuan Li. Summary Produced By Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
In January 2023, another tennis pro working at a Lake Norman-area club emailed Dann and warned him about Kerlew’s record in Florida.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
Shore warned that the effects of today’s regulatory decisions may take years to become fully visible in communities across the country.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Forecasters warned of hail, lightning and wind gusts up to 70 mph.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Critics have warned that a yes vote could have major repercussions for the Swiss economy, which relies on foreign workers to fill many roles.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
The judge warned the courtroom that the information would be graphic, prompting Metcalf's family to leave the room.
—Dawn White, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Verb
As recently as February 2026 and May 2025, the public Santa Clara County’s health department has warned about potential exposure to measles after people with the virus passed through public places.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
Emergency officials warned residents and visitors to expect road closures and traffic delays in the area surrounding Madison Square Garden.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Roughly three out of four of the more than 150 respondents pointed to commuting costs, while many also warned the mandate would disrupt work-life balance.
—Ruyuan Li. Summary Produced By Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
In January 2023, another tennis pro working at a Lake Norman-area club emailed Dann and warned him about Kerlew’s record in Florida.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
Shore warned that the effects of today’s regulatory decisions may take years to become fully visible in communities across the country.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Forecasters warned of hail, lightning and wind gusts up to 70 mph.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Critics have warned that a yes vote could have major repercussions for the Swiss economy, which relies on foreign workers to fill many roles.
—Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
The judge warned the courtroom that the information would be graphic, prompting Metcalf's family to leave the room.
—Dawn White, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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Another way to stay hydrated is to avoid drinking alcohol, because alcoholic beverages cause dehydration and also make people less aware of heat illness symptoms, says Vanos.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
17 June 2026
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The mayor and the police department should’ve been more aware of the possibility of this happening from previous incidents and prepared for it.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Her family alerted authorities after Nancy missed church on Sunday.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
18 June 2026
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The French league was alerted by partners monitoring betting markets about suspicious betting activity at international level concerning Nice’s home game against Metz on May 17, which ended 0-0, and in which Wahi was shown a yellow card.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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In a joint statement, leaders of France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom said the countries were prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to steps on its nuclear program after the United States and Iran reached a deal to end their war.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Keep track of fires and be prepared to leave.—
Don Sweeney,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Cooper is expected to be in court on Wednesday to be advised of the charge of second-degree assault- strangulation, as well as Cooper, 28, third-degree assault- knowingly or recklessly causing injury, a misdemeanor.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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The Eastlands’ supporters had seemingly been advised against wearing green.—
Karen Valby,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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From my experience working with leading global apparel brands, more informed sourcing decisions are being made earlier, before commitments are locked in.—
Alyn Franklin,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The principle of free, prior and informed consent was designed specifically to break that pattern.—
Buket Altınçelep,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Jonathan Baxter also urged cautioned that bystanders should know their limitations and the dangers involved in trying to rescue people in the ocean.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Democratic leaders hailed the decision as a win for Georgia voters but cautioned the redistricting threat is still very much alive.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
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.—
Kristian Coates Ulrichsen,
The Conversation,
2 Mar. 2026
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Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.—
David Lyman,
The Enquirer,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Previously, Alix Earle, Jake Shane, Anastasia Karanikolaou and Stella Jones shared their own updates at sea with Alo, from fitness sessions with wellness instructors to below-deck getting ready videos.—
Joe Bobowicz,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Prosecutors said Sit and Liu were packed and ready to flee when officers arrested them in June 2025.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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