as in alerts
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 warns
Continue reading … FLAME GAME — Think twice before putting one common fish on the grill, expert warns.
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FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
In the document, though, the municipality warns that additional rules could be added at any point and that the rules are subject to change.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
Because capital is generally taxed more lightly than labor, the report warns AI productivity gains could inadvertently reduce federal revenues.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Hunnes warns that adaptogens can interact with prescriptions and mask underlying issues.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
The organization warns that until oil prices ease and gasoline stocks rebuild, drivers and boaters may continue to feel pressure at the pump.
—Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 4 May 2026
At its zenith, sky-gazers can expect to see as many as 50 meteors an hour under optimal conditions, although NASA warns that fainter meteors may be eclipsed by bright moonlight this year.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 May 2026
Mounjaro, also a Lilly drug, warns of similar side effects, along with Novo Nordisk's Ozempic.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 2 May 2026
Phillips warns of selecting containers that are composed entirely of non-recycled plastics or those with a high-carbon footprint.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
In the document, though, the municipality warns that additional rules could be added at any point and that the rules are subject to change.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
Because capital is generally taxed more lightly than labor, the report warns AI productivity gains could inadvertently reduce federal revenues.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Hunnes warns that adaptogens can interact with prescriptions and mask underlying issues.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
The organization warns that until oil prices ease and gasoline stocks rebuild, drivers and boaters may continue to feel pressure at the pump.
—Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 4 May 2026
At its zenith, sky-gazers can expect to see as many as 50 meteors an hour under optimal conditions, although NASA warns that fainter meteors may be eclipsed by bright moonlight this year.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 May 2026
Mounjaro, also a Lilly drug, warns of similar side effects, along with Novo Nordisk's Ozempic.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 2 May 2026
Phillips warns of selecting containers that are composed entirely of non-recycled plastics or those with a high-carbon footprint.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warns
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The young science aficionado decided to develop EYEVA, a device that looks like a visor and alerts the wearer when their eye begins to wander.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pronto and Snabbit have an SOS button within the app that alerts area supervisors in case of emergency.—
Chas Newkey-Burden,
TheWeek,
20 Apr. 2026
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Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and advises parents, students and teachers on how to manage screen time.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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The white mailbox out front advises that deliveries should go to the house next door.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Apr. 2026
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But Khalifian cautions against diving in too fast.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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Klinger cautions against drinking coffee on an empty stomach, which can irritate the stomach lining and lead to acid reflux or bloating.—
Embry Roberts,
Martha Stewart,
25 Apr. 2026
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As a major destination for outdoor parties ranging from pop-up shops for local vendors to off-season wedding celebrations, the team informs guests of any events on the agenda before booking, so each stay is suitable to visitor preferences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Ahead, Quintrell walks IndieWire through how the series tweaks, alters, and informs new perspective for everyone from Charlotte Lucas to Caroline Bingley and, of course, Mary Bennet herself.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 May 2026
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“Warns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warns. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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