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
The report warns that the average global temperature rise over multiple decades is likely to exceed the Paris Agreement threshold within the next decade.
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Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
The Climate Prediction Center warns of potential early-season lake-effect snow in northern Ohio, gusty winds and temperatures well below normal, especially in areas near Lake Erie and in higher terrain.
—Brandi D. Addison, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Nov. 2025
Over 5,000 flights were canceled or delayed on the second day of Federal Aviation Administration cuts, an inconvenience that could get worse as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of more cuts.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Wind warns that manufacturers often meddle with timepieces during service, swapping out dials or hands.
—The Editors, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Blazer warns everyone that this night needs to remain a secret.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 7 Nov. 2025
Amichai Chikli, Israel’s minister for combating antisemitism, warns Zohran Mamdani election to be New York's nex\t mayor is a wake-up call for Jews.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Dr Michele Menegon, a coauthor and conservationist, warns that ongoing deforestation, mining, and climate change are putting these rare toads at serious risk.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
While sensitivity to cold can vary for dogs, including health, age, size, coat thickness, and more, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) warns no dog should be left outdoors for extended periods amid below-freezing temperatures (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
The Climate Prediction Center warns of potential early-season lake-effect snow in northern Ohio, gusty winds and temperatures well below normal, especially in areas near Lake Erie and in higher terrain.
—Brandi D. Addison, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Nov. 2025
Over 5,000 flights were canceled or delayed on the second day of Federal Aviation Administration cuts, an inconvenience that could get worse as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of more cuts.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Wind warns that manufacturers often meddle with timepieces during service, swapping out dials or hands.
—The Editors, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Blazer warns everyone that this night needs to remain a secret.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 7 Nov. 2025
Amichai Chikli, Israel’s minister for combating antisemitism, warns Zohran Mamdani election to be New York's nex\t mayor is a wake-up call for Jews.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Dr Michele Menegon, a coauthor and conservationist, warns that ongoing deforestation, mining, and climate change are putting these rare toads at serious risk.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
While sensitivity to cold can vary for dogs, including health, age, size, coat thickness, and more, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) warns no dog should be left outdoors for extended periods amid below-freezing temperatures (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warns
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To understand what makes the mRNA shots special, the researchers examined blood and tissue samples and found that the COVID shots appeared to activate the innate immune system — a fundamental, early-warning defense mechanism that alerts other parts of the immune system to prepare for an attack.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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Read reviews, confirm licenses and search for scam alerts online.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Her one ally, the as yet unnamed head of housekeeping, played by Madeleine Stowe, advises Lilly to make things right with Ronnie.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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When air quality reaches these levels, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises sensitive groups to avoid prolonged or intense outdoor activities or consider rescheduling or relocating activities indoors.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Be mindful of stairs, sidewalks and driveways as the surfaces could be icy, causing falls, NWS cautions.—
Jen Guadarrama,
IndyStar,
10 Nov. 2025
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But Biesinger, who studied history and once considered becoming a journalist, cautions that AI isn’t the only problem that creative workers face, just the latest.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
7 Nov. 2025
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Michelle reflected on how both of her parents instilled confidence in her from a young age which unquestionably informs her style sensibility to date.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Unfortunately, Devnan soon informs Sarah and her parents that there’s no oil on her land.—
Joe Leydon,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Warns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warns. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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