false alarm
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As Salon reported at the time, experts said was a false alarm.
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
A false alarm became part of the narrative when the Heat posted a link July 21 to a scheduled live stream titled “LeBron James Introductory Press Conference” to its YouTube channel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
Doubts about the current bull market have started to creep in following Friday’s tech stock wipeout, but this wouldn’t be the first false alarm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026
This misinterpretation activates the cell's innate immune system, creating a false alarm that can lead to inflammation and disease.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 27, 2026
Unsurprisingly, Mr. Weasley found, upon arrival at Mr. Moody’s heavily guarded house, that Mr. Moody had once again raised a false alarm.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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