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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
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
City officials said revenue from current rates no longer covers expenses, and warned that without the adjustment, Davis would need to rely on inter-fund loans to maintain operations.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The demonstration hosted by Lang, who is currently vying for a Senate seat in Florida, comes as watchdogs have warned that alt-right figures are increasingly finding a foothold within mainstream conservative politics.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Iranian shopkeepers have warned that prices for items like basic cooking oil could triple under pressure from the collapse of the country's currency, the AP reported.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The judge overseeing the case and attorneys warned jurors that the testimony and images will be emotional and difficult to process.
—CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Despite short-term gains for the Bay Area, Bellisario warned the region still faces nagging woes that remain unsolved.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Surging Medicaid costs and dramatically shrinking federal aid are a recipe for fiscal crisis, state Comptroller Sean Scanlon warned Monday.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2026
Fearing a spike in anti-Japanese sentiment ahead of the parade, the Japanese embassy in Beijing warned its citizens to stay cautious and avoid speaking Japanese loudly in public – perhaps mindful that in recent years, there has been a spate of violent attacks against Japanese nationals in China.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Verb
Captain Ben Stokes, who looks secure in his position and has expressed a desire to stay on, warned last week against wholesale changes.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
City officials said revenue from current rates no longer covers expenses, and warned that without the adjustment, Davis would need to rely on inter-fund loans to maintain operations.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The demonstration hosted by Lang, who is currently vying for a Senate seat in Florida, comes as watchdogs have warned that alt-right figures are increasingly finding a foothold within mainstream conservative politics.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Iranian shopkeepers have warned that prices for items like basic cooking oil could triple under pressure from the collapse of the country's currency, the AP reported.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
The judge overseeing the case and attorneys warned jurors that the testimony and images will be emotional and difficult to process.
—CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Despite short-term gains for the Bay Area, Bellisario warned the region still faces nagging woes that remain unsolved.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Surging Medicaid costs and dramatically shrinking federal aid are a recipe for fiscal crisis, state Comptroller Sean Scanlon warned Monday.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2026
Fearing a spike in anti-Japanese sentiment ahead of the parade, the Japanese embassy in Beijing warned its citizens to stay cautious and avoid speaking Japanese loudly in public – perhaps mindful that in recent years, there has been a spate of violent attacks against Japanese nationals in China.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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Jerry is 83 years old, and well aware of his play clock.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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Police said evidence suggested Salat was aware of the victim’s age and attempted to meet with the child in person.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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California detectives alerted Miami Gardens Police, and law enforcement from several agencies began assembling to arrest Clayton.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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Jeff Kahrs was alerted to a shoplifting in progress, the Slidell Police Department said.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Yet, fewer than one in seven companies are fully prepared to adopt AI at scale.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Exit readiness refers to being strategically prepared for a sale or public offering, highlighting strong performance, credible growth potential, and operational improvements to attract buyers.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Drivers are advised to use extra caution this morning, allow greater following distance, and allow extra time to reach your destination.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Its co-chairman Leonard Leo has privately advised the governor on Florida Supreme Court appointments.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Ohio weather watches and warnings Stay informed.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Michigan weather watches and warnings Stay informed.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While October marked a return to job growth, ADP’s chief economist cautioned that the pace of hiring is running far slower than earlier this year and far more concentrated in a few sectors.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Leavitt, however, cautioned that November's payments were unlikely to go out on time.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.—
David Lyman,
The Enquirer,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Now, all these years later, Alice, 106, is ready to let go of the bullet that began the couple's love story.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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For the first time since 2016, the 49ers won’t have linebacker Fred Warner to defend against the Rams, so Tatum Bethune (thigh) and Dee Winters (knees) must be ready for a full-on scheme against them.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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