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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
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Another surgery swapped out her breast implants to erase her shoulder pain in 2022, Dishell said, but doctors warned her then that her other pain was unlikely to improve.
—Brett Kelman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
The association warned that by narrowing access to the fund, the proposal could unintentionally discourage employers from hiring people with preexisting health conditions.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Then, tribal members warned Shea Homes and Poway officials that more findings were imminent.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The International Atomic Energy Agency said there was no increase in radiation levels but warned of the risks of attacks near nuclear infrastructure.
—Luke Fountain,azhar Sukri, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
SpaceX had warned ahead of launch that parts of Central Florida could experience one or more sonic booms.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Public Works Ministry warned travelers to be cautious when using roads in affected areas.
—Abdul Qahar Afghan, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
Uganda’s military chief has warned the African country’s armed forces could enter the Iran war on Israel’s side after issuing a series of statements on social media that went viral this week.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
When Karaban ripped the ball out of Wagler’s hands with a little more than four minutes left in the first half and led a fast break that resulted in Mullins’ three-point play, the Huskies were the bullies Wagler had been warned about.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Another surgery swapped out her breast implants to erase her shoulder pain in 2022, Dishell said, but doctors warned her then that her other pain was unlikely to improve.
—Brett Kelman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
The association warned that by narrowing access to the fund, the proposal could unintentionally discourage employers from hiring people with preexisting health conditions.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Then, tribal members warned Shea Homes and Poway officials that more findings were imminent.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The International Atomic Energy Agency said there was no increase in radiation levels but warned of the risks of attacks near nuclear infrastructure.
—Luke Fountain,azhar Sukri, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
SpaceX had warned ahead of launch that parts of Central Florida could experience one or more sonic booms.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Public Works Ministry warned travelers to be cautious when using roads in affected areas.
—Abdul Qahar Afghan, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
Uganda’s military chief has warned the African country’s armed forces could enter the Iran war on Israel’s side after issuing a series of statements on social media that went viral this week.
—Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
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Her grandmother was aware of the school and had Wairimu referred.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The police opened the investigation into these claims in 2016, and the BBC was made aware in 2017 (though, BBC News has said, then-director-general Tony Hall did not know about the investigation).—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The murder was discovered after Spicer’s new boyfriend found out about the killing and alerted police.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Officers were alerted to a fight around noon in the area of Wilson and Pennsylvania Avenues involving at least three people, officials said.—
Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be prepared to surrender your phone at the door, too.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Be prepared for slippery roads.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Perhaps one, or all, of her kids, fretting over their independent-minded mother, had advised her to get it.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Anyone seeking additional information is advised to contact the Georgia State Patrol's Open Records Unit.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The goal is not to rush anyone into gun ownership, but to provide a structured environment where people of all levels can develop the skills and understanding needed to make informed decisions about their own protection.—
Gayle Pearlstein,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Apr. 2026
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The focus should be on helping people avoid harmful patterns and make informed choices.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Across the Gulf Arab states, many of which cautioned Washington about the consequences of waging war on Iran, there are differing views on how the US and Israeli campaign should now proceed.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2026
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Harris and Hancock both cautioned that Kansas City could still stand to benefit from the situation.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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.—
Kristian Coates Ulrichsen,
The Conversation,
2 Mar. 2026
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Go forewarned about heavy, heavy drama.—
David Lyman,
The Enquirer,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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During the first one to two days on the mission, the crew will be in a high Earth orbit and conduct systems checks, such as testing the Orion capsule's life-support, propulsion, navigation, and communications systems to ensure the spacecraft is ready to travel into deep space.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Both Miller and Martinez shared a similar sentiment, explaining that business owners need to be ready to network and create a social media strategy.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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