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merriam webster
to sound the alarm
para dar la alarma
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to, sound, the, alarm.
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sound verb

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sounded, has sounded, is sounding, sounds
sonar; sondar (en navegación); parecer; hacer sonar, tocar (una trompeta, etc.)

Example sentences of
sound verb

  • •He sounded a confident note when he talked about the company's future plans.
  • •You sound tired. You should get some rest.
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Synonyms of
sound verb

seem, look, appear, act, behave

alarm noun

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alarms
alarma, alerta; aprensión, inquietud, temor
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Woman setting her alarm system

Example sentences of
alarm noun

  • •The alarm went off when he opened the door.
  • •The whole town heard the alarm.
  • •She set the alarm for six o'clock.
  • •The alarm went off at six o'clock.
  • •The rumors caused widespread alarm and concern.
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  • •His parents have expressed alarm about his safety.
  • •The new developments are being viewed with alarm.
  • •She looked around in alarm when she heard the noise.
  • •The dog's barking gave the alarm and the intruders were caught.
  • •A passerby saw the intruders and raised the alarm.
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Synonyms of
alarm noun

fear, dread, fright, panic, terror, horror, trepidation, phobia, apprehension, warning