be alert

Example Sentences

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The price spike happened too recently for the quarterly data to reflect its impact, but investors will be alert for any management commentary and forecasts that address the affect on consumer behavior.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“We have to be alert to second round effects but there are risks on both sides.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Investors will be alert to comments from top executives about future AI activity which could impact stocks and markets.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

"We are hopeful we can do this through diplomacy, although we can't be 100% sure," he reflected, adding Iran has "to be alert so we are not surprised".

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

And now, it is late, and I know how important it is to you all to be alert and rested as you enter your lessons tomorrow morning.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling