alarm
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Nearly a million of those displaced are in Ituri province, where the prospect of the epidemic spreading throughout the camps has sparked alarm.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Emergency services are also searching for a teenage boy reported missing in Pickmere Lake, between Knutsford and Northwich in Cheshire, after the alarm was raised shortly before 17:00 BST.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
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
It had a sharpness to it that set off alarm bells in my head.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Vocabulary lists containing alarm
Words inspired by "Inside Out"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Common Five-letter Words for Wordle, List 1
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Yikes! Synonyms for "Scared"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
