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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
ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Another surgery swapped out her breast implants to erase her shoulder pain in 2022, Dishell said, but doctors warned her then that her other pain was unlikely to improve.
—CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
SpaceX has warned that residents in the Bahamas may hear one or more sonic booms during the first-stage landing.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Tax experts have warned the act would mostly benefit the wealthy, who would see major tax cuts.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Boaters are also warned to be cautious in the Atlantic and Keys water's with a small craft advisory.
—Scott Withers, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
The head of Airports Council International-Europe, Olivier Jankovec, warned the European Union that a ″systemic jet fuel shortage’’ could come within three weeks because of the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.
—Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
When Karaban ripped the ball out of Wagler’s hands with a little more than four minutes left in the first half and led a fast break that resulted in Mullins’ three-point play, the Huskies were the bullies Wagler had been warned about.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The association warned that by narrowing access to the fund, the proposal could unintentionally discourage employers from hiring people with preexisting health conditions.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy promised to abide by the ceasefire, but warned there would be a swift military response to any violations.
—ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Another surgery swapped out her breast implants to erase her shoulder pain in 2022, Dishell said, but doctors warned her then that her other pain was unlikely to improve.
—CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
SpaceX has warned that residents in the Bahamas may hear one or more sonic booms during the first-stage landing.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Tax experts have warned the act would mostly benefit the wealthy, who would see major tax cuts.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Boaters are also warned to be cautious in the Atlantic and Keys water's with a small craft advisory.
—Scott Withers, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
The head of Airports Council International-Europe, Olivier Jankovec, warned the European Union that a ″systemic jet fuel shortage’’ could come within three weeks because of the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.
—Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
When Karaban ripped the ball out of Wagler’s hands with a little more than four minutes left in the first half and led a fast break that resulted in Mullins’ three-point play, the Huskies were the bullies Wagler had been warned about.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
The association warned that by narrowing access to the fund, the proposal could unintentionally discourage employers from hiring people with preexisting health conditions.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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Be aware that certain towns and counties may implement burn bans due to the tinder-dry and hot weather conditions.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The writer may find that the instructor is also aware of the counting and doesn’t see it as an impediment to a productive group workout.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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According to an arrest affidavit, Irving ISD alerted the police department after an 8-year-old girl told her mother about the incident, who then reported it to the district.—
Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The incident unfolded after an employee noticed a suspicious individual and alerted security, according to an internal email from Christopher Knight, vice president of security for CVS Health, which owns Aetna.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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One of Rokid’s most popular features is a virtual screen that scrolls through the text of a prepared speech during a presentation.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
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Araghchi, part of Iran’s delegation in Pakistan, said Saturday that his country was prepared to retaliate if attacked again.—
E. Eduardo Castillo,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
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After the flight crew allegedly requested an onboard doctor, a physician-passenger advised that due to the severity of the burns and their proximity to her genitals, AC should be transported to an urgent care facility as soon as possible, the complaint says.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Residents living downstream from two Michigan dams were advised to evacuate after seepage was found at the base of the Bellaire Dam in Antrim County.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The article argues that the timing of the allegations—well before the June 2 primary—provided California voters with sufficient opportunity to make informed decisions about Swalwell’s candidacy.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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That was not transparency or informed consent.—
Mark Powell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles also cautioned local and state leaders last year that uniform bans on school smartphone use can cause more harm than good and deepen existing inequities among students.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Chu cautioned the audience that success in creative industries such as Hollywood has to be earned through hard work, expertise and talent.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
16 Apr. 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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Leslie Hasselback Adams, USA high diving performance director, said Fort Lauderdale has all the elements—wind and sun—to get competitors ready for the Los Angeles Summer Olympics in two years.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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When ready to serve, turn the jar upside down and let sit for 2 minutes so the dressing evenly coats the salad.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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