give the alarm

Frequency: 6.07.0 per million words

To warn others of danger.

alarmVERB + ALARM

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give

Examples (10)

  • The lookout meerkat was ready to give the alarm at the first sign of a predator.
  • As soon as she saw the smoke, she ran to give the alarm.
  • His duty as a sentinel was to give the alarm if the enemy approached.
  • The ship's automated system is designed to give the alarm in case of a hull breach.
  • Why didn't anyone give the alarm when they noticed the security breach?
  • If you suspect a gas leak, you must give the alarm immediately and evacuate the building.
  • The child had been taught to give the alarm by shouting 'Fire!' as loudly as possible.
  • By giving the alarm so quickly, the security guard saved many lives.
  • He hesitated for a moment before giving the alarm, unsure if it was a real threat.
  • Environmental groups continue to give the alarm about rising sea levels.