warned

Example Sentences

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The following day, the White House warned staff against improperly using their positions to place bets in futures markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

The Bank of England has warned that food prices could rise by 7% by the end of the year.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The head of the International Energy Agency warned in mid-April that Europe had “maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,” after which consumers will see even higher fares and more canceled flights.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

On Thursday, according to Beijing’s readout of discussions, Xi warned t he U.S. could trigger conflict if the U.S. mishandled the situation—a slightly sharper version of what China has said before.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

He warned against potato peelers and tin openers; he viewed birthday candles as deadly weapons.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell