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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
Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 24 May 2026
For months, doctors warned her to avoid crowds, travel and unnecessary exposure to illness while her immune system slowly rebuilt itself.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Scientists also warned that artificial light is dramatically affecting biodiversity, especially among nocturnal species that rely on darkness for feeding, migration and reproduction.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Last July, construction site superintendent Robby Robertson warned his $20 million recreation center project in Mobile, Alabama, would likely be delayed for three weeks.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Health officials warned of severe risks if the chemical tank ruptures.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
Montreal police warned fans outside the building not to bring any pyrotechnics or fireworks, concerned about the kind of scene a Game 6 win would create in the city’s streets.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 17 May 2026
The victim had warned General Counsel Karen Buffkin that the appointment of Maduko would be bad for her and others.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
The union had previously warned that the strike, which began with walkouts in Chicago, Los Angeles and the coffee giant’s hometown of Seattle last week, could spread to hundreds of stores if the company did not meet the baristas’ demands at the bargaining table.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Just prepare to spot me wearing this on repeat all summer (you’ve been warned).
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 24 May 2026
For months, doctors warned her to avoid crowds, travel and unnecessary exposure to illness while her immune system slowly rebuilt itself.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Scientists also warned that artificial light is dramatically affecting biodiversity, especially among nocturnal species that rely on darkness for feeding, migration and reproduction.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Last July, construction site superintendent Robby Robertson warned his $20 million recreation center project in Mobile, Alabama, would likely be delayed for three weeks.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Health officials warned of severe risks if the chemical tank ruptures.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
Montreal police warned fans outside the building not to bring any pyrotechnics or fireworks, concerned about the kind of scene a Game 6 win would create in the city’s streets.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 17 May 2026
The victim had warned General Counsel Karen Buffkin that the appointment of Maduko would be bad for her and others.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
The union had previously warned that the strike, which began with walkouts in Chicago, Los Angeles and the coffee giant’s hometown of Seattle last week, could spread to hundreds of stores if the company did not meet the baristas’ demands at the bargaining table.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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The industry has been well aware of the risks of the types of chemical accidents that can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, posing the risk of an explosion.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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The schedule looks to ease up in June, but the Cubs are well aware that nothing is guaranteed.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The neighbor alerted authorities, who later named Stephany Byrom, 48, as a suspect.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Heavy rain triggered flash flooding that blocked the exit before one of the villagers escaped and alerted the authorities, according to the Associated Press.—
Aicha El Hammar Castano,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Connecticut, in the midst of its final season in the Northeast, has looked like a team that is already prepared to take up residence in Houston as the reborn Comets in 2027.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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In the labor market, the Boomers crowded out opportunity for 40 years and are now leaving a workforce ill-prepared to replace them.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
Verb
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The agency advised anyone nearby to remain indoors, close their doors and windows and set air their conditioning systems to recirculate.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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Magid, one of the most durable media consultancies in the sector, has advised clients to start giving viewers more context, depth and emotional reassurance, rather than relying on breaking news and dozens of star anchors and correspondents.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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On the other, employers still carry legitimate obligations to assess risk, promote workplace safety, and make informed hiring decisions.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Staying in the loop empowers you to make informed decisions regarding outdoor engagements during air quality alerts.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Certifications can help, though Davis cautioned there is no single label that guarantees sustainability.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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Federal officials have cautioned that proving insider trading in commodities markets can be difficult due to the complexity and speed of modern trading systems.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
27 May 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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Unfortunately, two were not ready for the demands of a full-time City Hall job.—
Rafael Perez,
Daily News,
28 May 2026
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But that had more to do with the score, an opportunity to get Dalton Rushing more at-bats, and getting Ohtani ready for his start on the mound Wednesday.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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