as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
thanks for the heads-up about the upcoming visit from the corporate big shots
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Recent Examples of heads-up
Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 8 Mar. 2023
With Spalding still trailing by two with one minute left, Lamothe helped make the difference with a heads-up play.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2023
Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer was given a perfunctory heads-up by the White House shortly before the strikes were made public.
—Lisa Mascaro, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025
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Noun
Every year, Michigan homeowners get a heads-up on how much their property taxes could be going up.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 8 Mar. 2023
With Spalding still trailing by two with one minute left, Lamothe helped make the difference with a heads-up play.
—Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2023
Adjective
Tehran's retaliation has, so far, been pathetic: a few missiles lobbed at an empty US base, complete with a heads-up.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer was given a perfunctory heads-up by the White House shortly before the strikes were made public.
—Lisa Mascaro, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heads-up
Noun
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Beijing’s trade war with Washington has dominated attention, and Chinese officials previously downplayed the myriad long-term risks to growth, making the latest warnings notable.—
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semafor.com,
8 July 2025
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The warning came after the department discovered that an impostor posing as Rubio had attempted to reach out to at least three foreign ministers, a U.S. senator and a governor, according to the July 3 cable, which was first reported by The Washington Post.—
Matthew Lee,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Be aware of any coyote behaving abnormally or exhibiting unusually bold behavior (e.g., approaching people for food, attacking leashed pets that are with their owners, stalking children, chasing joggers or bikers, etc.) and report these incidents to authorities immediately.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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The president once again claimed without evidence that Biden wasn't aware of what was being signed.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Be wary of anyone who claims to be an insurance specialist that is not from your insurance company or was not sent by your insurance company.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
13 July 2025
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Also be wary of landlords who are out of the country.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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As consumers, be mindful of AI usage, every query counts.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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One thing to be mindful of is that the EOS R7 is an APS-C camera, as opposed to a full-frame camera.—
Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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This same accident-prone influence might apply to your pet, so be vigilant.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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Maine State Police are warning the community to stay vigilant but have not divulged the cause of death or any details about the crime scene, leaving Stewart’s family with questions and nearby residents with fears that a killer may be among them.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Monitor weather conditions via radar or lightning app. Keep a watchful eye on the sky.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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Also entering the Villa for compatibility challenges and matchups under the watchful eye of Perfect Match host Nick Lachey is Clayton Echard (The Bachelor), Rachel Recchia (The Bachelorette), Cody Wright (Temptation Island), Daniel Perfetto (Dated & Related) and The Mole alum Hannah Burns.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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But the rewards – a more engaged, connected, and high-performing workforce – are well worth the investment.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Instead, Bailey encourages today’s leaders to embrace discomfort, stay engaged, and study those who came before.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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His parents were Eastern European Jewish and mildly observant, and his father Samuel embodied an unusual mix of being a well-read, well-informed, amateur inventor/butcher/grocer.—
Jody Mamone,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2025
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His son, more attentive than him, more observant than even his wife.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2025
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“Heads-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heads-up. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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