alarm
Example Sentences
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While the crews were on the grounds, an alarm sounded, forcing a retreat, McGovern said during Monday’s briefing.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
That same year, Darrell West sounded the alarm on this in an interview with Salon.
From Salon • May 24, 2026
Bond yields rose this month to levels that are setting off alarm bells across financial markets.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
There was nothing that set off alarm bells.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
To make matters worse, the plant’s store of alarm pocket dosimeters, which let out a high-pitched two-tone alarm if the radiation level climbs too quickly, was largely wiped out by the tsunami.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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