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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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The broad genre of pop also gives artists room to experiment, said O’Brien, adding that audiences these days are well aware of the concept of eras and understand artists will go through multiple ones throughout their careers.
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After clearing logjams in the White House and House of Representatives, the legislation drew broad support in an election year where both parties are increasingly aware that voters have said they're fed up with the high cost of living.
Verb
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Her family alerted authorities after Nancy missed church on Sunday.
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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.
Adjective
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If the same scenario plays out again, the Jazz seem prepared to repeat their own decisions and deal with any uncomfortable dynamics later.
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Forecasters are urging Georgians to monitor the latest forecasts, have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and be prepared to seek shelter if severe weather warnings are issued.
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While in Brooksville on May 19, Simpson and other Cabinet members raised the possibility Floridians might be advised to celebrate the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary without fireworks if heavy, ground-soaking rains didn't soon arrive.
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Investors are advised to avoid ASA, as its future performance appears hampered by both gold's current stagnation and management issues.
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.
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Prioritize safety, stay informed, and act responsibly to protect lives and property.
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.
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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.
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.
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Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.
Adjective
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Both of these sightings were enough to convince me to add the summer-ready bottoms to my own wardrobe (seriously, the pants have been living rent-free in my mind since her initial outfit).
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Mere minutes after Hakimi's goal, Haiti was ready for revenge, with a powerful goal by Wilson Isidor.
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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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