be alert

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But policymakers will be alert to signs that the energy shock is spilling over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 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

“Directors should be alert and speak up is all that I can advise.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

Stanton ordered troops to turn out into the streets, the guards to be doubled, military forts to be alert, guns manned, and special guards to be posted around the Old Capitol Prison.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson