alerted

Example Sentences

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"Alerted by the noise, a neighbour intervened. He was able to open the door and allow our two victims to escape," Dran said.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

Alerted by her screams, another passenger pulled out her phone to film.

From BBC • Oct. 25, 2025

Alerted by a neighbor, two officers came to the house around 6 p.m.

From Salon • Nov. 15, 2023

Alerted by the shop’s manager, Martin rushed to the store the next morning, still in her pajamas, only to find their empty cages and telltale feathers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2023

Alerted by the small splash of their coming, the rodent decided to take better cover.

From The Flying Stingaree by Goodwin, Harold L. (Harold Leland)