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alert

[uh-lurt] / əˈlɜrt /






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This is how you raise the alert if you have a suspected case.’

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

“They tell you to alert the bear to make sure you don’t frighten it. I called, ‘Hey bear!

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Instead of a fixed $25,000 minimum equity requirement for pattern day traders, brokerages will need to monitor their customers’ trading throughout the day and alert them to any deficits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

In response to the floods, the worst in 30 years, authorities were on the alert, reinforcing earthen barriers and preparing to evacuate if needed.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Captain Prince was on deck now, grim-jawed, alert.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham




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