alarmed

Example Sentences

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However, Pasadena officials wanted to ensure the public is not alarmed by any loud noises especially given increased sensitivities during election week, Derderian said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Nadella at the time called it "a virus," with Silicon Valley alarmed by online security incidents triggered by the autonomous agents.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Kennedy has also drawn sustained criticism for vaccine-related positions that have alarmed public health officials.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Security Minister Dan Jarvis said people should be "alert and vigilant" but not "alarmed".

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

But when the questions began to turn to who they were friends with and where did they work, and why did their mother leave them behind, Jinjoo began to be alarmed.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh