alert
Example Sentences
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Shetland was hit by the amber alert at midnight while it has been in force in parts of the north east, Highland, Perth and Kinross and Angus since midday on Friday.
From BBC
Hernández said the 805 Rapid Response Network uses a real-time alert system to send out texts with verified information about sweeps and other crucial information.
From Los Angeles Times
In a video capturing the moment, Sheinbaum is heard saying "it's shaking" as an earthquake alert system rings in the background.
From BBC
A further amber cold weather alert issued by the UK Health Security Agency remains in place until midday on Monday, as temperatures are forecast to remain low.
From BBC
Police commander Frederic Gisler told reporters that "the red alarm, which mobilises the fire department, was triggered" immediately when authorities were alerted to the situation.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
