warn
verb (used with object)
to give notice, advice, or intimation to (a person, group, etc.) of danger, impending evil, possible harm, or anything else unfavorable.
is warning
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present progressiveof warn (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Now one prominent economist is warning that a zealous Fed could be a big risk for stocks headed into 2027.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 11, 2026
The National Weather Service in San Diego is warning of a potential 15% to 25% widespread chance, or moderate risk, of thunderstorms throughout all four counties.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Jamie Dimon is warning business leaders to boost their defenses against cybersecurity threats that have mounted with the arrival of powerful new AI models.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
Now, six years on, charity Llamau is warning a lack of long-term government support means Wales risks falling behind the rest of the UK.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
As he made his way toward his chair, he drily noted, “My trick knee is warning me that we might have some rain. So prepare yourselves.”
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
