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
The price spike happened too recently for the quarterly data to reflect its impact, but investors will be alert for any management commentary and forecasts that address the affect on consumer behavior.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
Security Minister Dan Jarvis said people should be "alert and vigilant" but not "alarmed".
From BBC ● Apr. 30, 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
