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alarm

Pronunciación: [/əˈlɑɹm/]

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Contexto: «safety»

(noun) a loud noise or signal that warns people of danger or an emergency. It helps people to be aware of a problem or threat.

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The fire alarm went off, and everyone evacuated the building safely.

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There was no alarm, so they didn't realize there was a break-in until it was too late.

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Did you hear the alarm during the drill?

Contexto: «concern»

(noun) a feeling of worry or fear caused by a potential danger. It's like a mental signal that something bad might happen.

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She felt a sense of alarm when she realized her phone was missing.

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There was no cause for alarm; the noise was just the wind rattling the windows.

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Why did you feel alarm when you saw the dark clouds?

Contexto: «startle»

(verb) to make someone feel frightened or surprised by suddenly waking them up or shocking them. It's like when something unexpected happens and you feel startled.

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The loud noise could alarm the baby, so let's be quieter.

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The calm music didn't alarm the audience; they enjoyed the performance.

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Why did the sudden movement alarm you?

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