spoiler alert

noun

: a reviewer's warning that a plot spoiler is about to be revealed

Examples of spoiler alert in a Sentence

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When the sun finally sets, shadows take on a mind of their own and, spoiler alert, The Woman defies every expectation by leaving the yard. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 28 Mar. 2025 Naturally, this means that even something as small as a new shade of Pocket Blush is bound to cause tons of commotion—and spoiler alert, that’s exactly what happened after Hailey’s recent date night routine. Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 12 Mar. 2025 No matter what your personal opinions are, a recent post from Olivia gave us a sneak peek of what seems like more performance looks—and spoiler alert, you better get used to the dominatrix vibes. Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2025 Job one was to still chronicle the emotional journey of Cromwell who — multiple century spoiler alert! Lynette Rice, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spoiler alert

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spoiler alert was in 1982

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“Spoiler alert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoiler%20alert. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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