are alerting
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present progressiveof alert.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
alertadjectivefully aware and attentive; wide-awake; keen.
Example Sentences
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Health officials are alerting Lightning in a Bottle attendees of the potential for valley fever.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2024
“The idea is they are alerting people in the community to wake up — the Lord has risen. It’s time to gather,” Tobiassen said.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
U.S. health officials are alerting consumers about two more recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 7, 2023
Amid the uncertainty, some regional transportation agencies are alerting passengers about shutdowns, while others say they are trying to assess the scope of any disruption.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 13, 2022
This has not been confirmed, but out of an abundance of caution, we are alerting businesses & residents to be prepared.
From Fox News ● Nov. 22, 2021