be alert
Example Sentences
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MLB rules stipulate that batters must be alert and engaged with the pitcher when the clock reaches eight seconds or else they will receive a strike.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
This is something England left-back Nico O'Reilly will have to be alert to but given his 6ft 4in height and frame – this is a far more even match-up than Norway have experienced so far.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
In PSG's first leg against Bayern, Desire Doue dropped deep from the attacking line - a common movement Arsenal will need to be alert to.
From BBC ● May 30, 2026
Schnabel said the experience of 2022 has taught policymakers what to look out for as warning signs when they are assessing the impact of an energy shock, and they should be alert.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 27, 2026
After all, he knows his name has been in the papers—he must be alert to the possibility of people trying to get stories on him or information from him.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
