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warned

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verb

past tense of warn

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of warned
Verb
The union had previously warned that the strike, which began with walkouts in Chicago, Los Angeles and the coffee giant’s hometown of Seattle last week, could spread to hundreds of stores if the company did not meet the baristas’ demands at the bargaining table. Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024 Social media can further add to the stress warned experts. Peter Suciu, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 But as McAfee has just warned, that AI revolution works both ways. Zak Doffman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Others warned about the dangers of a delay. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024 The heavy-duty trucks, the class 7 and 8 that Spencer Campbell warned about, are more challenging. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024 Russian officials have also overtly warned of the possibility of a nuclear conflict over the war in Ukraine, now not far off the three-year mark. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024 Security researchers have warned that the demise of the Rockstar 2FA exploit service isn’t all good news—far from it, as here comes FlowerStorm, which could be the same threat that’s evolved. Davey Winder, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 What's New Several millions of people in California have been warned by the National Weather Service (NWS) to limit outdoor activity and to refrain from burning wood after air quality alerts were issued in Southwestern parts of the state. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned
Adjective
  • Health professionals were aware of it, but no one from the public opinion, no one.
    Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Pope Francis was said to be alert and aware throughout the health episodes and occasionally posted messages on X, acknowledging the good wishes sent his way.
    Phoebe Natanson, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The rain attempted to put a damper on the festivities, but everyone came prepared (the venue was covered, and umbrellas were held to keep the couple dry), allowing the ceremony and reception to go forward in a grand and beautiful way.
    Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Contrary to the planned script, both performers reportedly came from the prepared dialogue, leading to exchanging personal remarks that blurred the lines between storyline and reality.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Strength training three times per week is ideal, the doctor advised.
    Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 25 Mar. 2025
  • After she named Williams, an officer told her that Johnson City lacked jurisdiction in this case, and advised her to call law enforcement in nearby Elizabethton, where the crash had happened.
    Ronan Farrow, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • For example, when people feel informed and trusted, their morale and productivity soar, and, externally, transparency strengthens relationships with customers by reinforcing the company’s integrity and commitment to long-term success.
    Andrew Collis, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Only the most informed and engaged voters are going to show up.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Each of them was based on an agreement that McVeigh's comments would not be published until the defense decided when, or if, their client was ready to tell his story publicly.
    Kevin Johnson, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Local vendors all across Kansas City are ready to share their crops and crafted goods with the public this spring and summer.
    Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025

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“Warned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warned. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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