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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
Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
Forecasters warned that a thunderstorm could bring wind gusts of between 40 and 50 mph, National Weather Service Senior Meteorologist Chuck Caracozza said.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 21 June 2026
The sheriff's office warned of a potential threat to life and property and advised that any residents who need extra time to evacuate, including those with pets or livestock, should consider leaving now.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Park officials have warned visitors to avoid the Inner Canyon during peak daytime hours because of extreme temperatures.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned ships not to approach the waterway, which Iran had committed to reopening under the interim peace deal signed this week.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 20 June 2026
The class action, which the firm has not yet had the chance to answer in court, argues investors were not warned soon enough.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
And in the fall, Macron warned the EU may hit China with tariffs to address the trade gap.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Johndrow warned that the region is approaching the hottest period of the year before the rain during monsoon season later in the summer offers some relief from the heat.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Verb
Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, which is aligned with Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard Corps, warned one of its top negotiators, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, against going to the talks empty-handed.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
Forecasters warned that a thunderstorm could bring wind gusts of between 40 and 50 mph, National Weather Service Senior Meteorologist Chuck Caracozza said.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 21 June 2026
The sheriff's office warned of a potential threat to life and property and advised that any residents who need extra time to evacuate, including those with pets or livestock, should consider leaving now.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Park officials have warned visitors to avoid the Inner Canyon during peak daytime hours because of extreme temperatures.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned ships not to approach the waterway, which Iran had committed to reopening under the interim peace deal signed this week.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 20 June 2026
The class action, which the firm has not yet had the chance to answer in court, argues investors were not warned soon enough.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
And in the fall, Macron warned the EU may hit China with tariffs to address the trade gap.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Johndrow warned that the region is approaching the hottest period of the year before the rain during monsoon season later in the summer offers some relief from the heat.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 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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What clients actually purchase is judgment, confidence, strategic thinking, and the ability to make informed decisions under conditions of uncertainty.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Prioritize safety, stay informed, and act responsibly to protect lives and property.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 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 23 Jun. 2026.
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