action stations
Britishplural noun
interjection
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military a command to take up such positions
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informal a warning to get ready for something
Example Sentences
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"It was Christmas Day and just as dinner was finishing, action stations sounded," Mrs Dyde said.
From BBC
After Philip was interred, the Royal Marines’ buglers played “The Last Post” and “Action Stations,” a summons to battle stations that is rarely played at funerals but can be requested by a veteran of the Royal Navy.
From New York Times
As Philip’s coffin is lowered into the Royal Vault, Royal Marine buglers will sound “Action Stations,” an alarm that alerts sailors to prepare for battle — a personal request from Philip.
From Seattle Times
As Philip’s coffin is lowered into the Royal Vault, Royal Marine buglers will sound “Action Stations,” an alarm that alerts sailors to prepare for battle - a personal request from Philip.
From Washington Times
As Philip’s coffin is lowered into the Royal Vault, Royal Marine buglers will sound "Action Stations," an alarm that alerts sailors to prepare for battle -- a personal request from Philip.
From Fox News
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