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Definition of «alarm»

An alarm is a warning signal or notification that something is wrong, dangerous, or requires immediate attention. It can refer to an audible sound made by a device to alert someone of danger or an emergency situation, such as a fire alarm or car alarm. The term can also be used figuratively to describe a feeling of concern or worry about a particular issue or situation.

Usage examples

  1. Set the alarm for 7:00 AM.
  2. The fire alarm went off in the building, alerting everyone to evacuate.
  3. I woke up startled by the sound of my alarm clock.
  4. She forgot to turn off the car alarm, and it kept beeping loudly all night.
  5. The security alarm system was triggered when someone tried to break into the house.
  6. Hearing the alarm go off, the nurse in the hospital rushed to attend to the patient.
  7. The alarm on my phone reminds me to take my medication every evening.
  8. The loud alarm at the construction site signaled the end of the workday.
  9. He pressed the panic alarm button to call for immediate help.
  10. The smoke alarm detected a small fire and quickly alerted the residents.

Phrases with «alarm»

Sentences with «alarm»

  • The base car also provides automatic climate control, keyless entry with panic alarm, tilt steering, power windows with driver's side auto - up / down and variable intermittent wipers. (bestride.com)
  • Some of the more unique ideas include putting logo on alarm clocks for someone who attends an early - morning program or on phone charging cords. (realtormag.realtor.org)
  • The installation of security alarm systems, dead - bolt locks and smoke detectors can also result in discounts of about 5 percent. (homeguides.sfgate.com)
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