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warnings

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈwɔɹnɪŋz// UK //wˈɔːnɪŋz// warn·ings

n. statements or signs that tell you about a possible danger or problem. They help you stay safe by letting you know what might happen next.

n. statements, events, or signs that indicate a potential danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation. Often used to describe formal notices given to employees or legal alerts on products.


SIMPLE

The weather service issued several storm warnings today.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite multiple warnings from the IT department about suspicious emails, several employees clicked on the malicious link.

COMPLEX

The economist's early warnings regarding the housing bubble were largely ignored by a market blinded by short-term gains and record-low interest rates.

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Usage

Often takes the preposition 'about' or 'of'; frequently paired with verbs like 'issue', 'give', or 'ignore'.

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