red flag

Example Sentences

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The disparity raises a red flag, said New York University professor Anna Harvey, who noted that 60% to 70% of crime isn’t reported to police.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is difficult to name the red flags which might signal a woman will regret her decision to pursue motherhood, caveats O'Connor, because everyone's experience is unique.

From BBC

So when D.C.’s proposal crossed our desk with similar red flags, we took a closer look.

From The Wall Street Journal

Their relative normalcy, and that of fellow marrieds Amber Morrison and Jordan Faeth, is a soothing contrast to the textbook Fusco fiasco and the rest of the season’s red flag bearers.

From Salon

If someone is standing on the curb trying to get you to come in, that is also a red flag.

From Barron's