be alert
Example Sentences
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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
The Met had earlier promised an increased police presence in response to the protest, adding officers would be "alert to any behaviour that crosses the line from protest into criminality".
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
Nvidia earnings ought to quell any major AI fears for now, but investors need to be alert for signs of who will be the winners and the losers.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
"We are hopeful we can do this through diplomacy, although we can't be 100% sure," he reflected, adding Iran has "to be alert so we are not surprised".
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026
"No, I'm trying to go without it. I like to be alert for small changes."
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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