as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
thanks for the heads-up about the upcoming visit from the corporate big shots
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Recent Examples of heads-up
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
4 June 2026
Thanks to the heads-up from her boss, only Patty García had time to gather enough signatures to get on the ballot for the Democratic primary.
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Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2026
Benj Edwards,
Ars Technica,
16 Mar. 2023
Every year, Michigan homeowners get a heads-up on how much their property taxes could be going up.
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Susan Tompor,
Detroit Free Press,
8 Mar. 2023
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Noun
No need to make this overly dramatic, but a quick heads-up before the event can go a long way.
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Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
4 June 2026
Thanks to the heads-up from her boss, only Patty García had time to gather enough signatures to get on the ballot for the Democratic primary.
—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2026
Adjective
Just a heads-up - Midjourney's AI can now do hands correctly.
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Benj Edwards,
Ars Technica,
16 Mar. 2023
Every year, Michigan homeowners get a heads-up on how much their property taxes could be going up.
—
Susan Tompor,
Detroit Free Press,
8 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heads-up
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Topical hormone treatments like vaginal estrogen, from which the FDA recently removed a warning label, are becoming commonplace.
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This will be elevated to an extreme heat warning by Monday or Tuesday, and cooling centers will be opened.
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Buckingham Palace has, however, been aware of that judgment since last Thursday.
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City officials were made aware of the potential dangers the fireworks were posing for the departing and arriving flights.
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But be wary of high heat forecast for Washington this weekend, as event schedules are subject to change amid sweltering temperatures.
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Iran may also be wary of attacks by the exiled Mujahadin-e Khalq (MeK), which Iran accuses of carrying out attacks inside Iran over several decades.
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Mars and Uranus’ alignment inspires you to follow your passions, but be mindful of the risks involved!
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The Illinois Department of Transportation warned drivers to be mindful of pavement failures, saying surfaces could buckle in the extreme heat.
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Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
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Consumers are advised to be vigilant and avoid using debit cards for online purchases due to less fraud protection.
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Wildlife enthusiasts find a different rhythm through AmaWaterways’ Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises, one that trades itinerary sprinting for long, watchful hours on the water.
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Cruz is alluring and watchful, while Norton turns out to be the film’s secret weapon.
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Written by Jeff Koyen, Edited by Mallory Gafas Since the start of generative AI’s enterprise proliferation, it has been largely regarded by executives and employees alike as a productive assistant more than an engaged collaborator.
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Millions of engaged, curious readers open our newsletters every day.
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Kushner, married to Trump’s daughter Ivanka, is an observant Jew with strong ties to Israel.
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Jeremy is observant, jovial, and finds the Sinclairs’ world fascinating.
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“Heads-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heads-up. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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