What in the world made the alarm ring at midnight?
What in the world made the alarm ring at midnight?
English
alarm
əˈlɑrm, əˈlɑːrm, əˈlɑɹm, əˈlɑːm
Meaning: a warning device; a feeling of fear or worry
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Example sentences
The loud fire alarm forced everyone to leave the building immediately.
The loud fire alarm forced everyone to leave the building immediately.
Everyone freaked when the fire alarm went off.
Everyone freaked when the fire alarm went off.
My alarm clock went off at six.
My alarm clock went off at six.
The alarm sounds at regular intervals.
The alarm sounds at regular intervals.
Usage Notes
Can refer to a physical warning device or a state of anxiety/fear.
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