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Uncommonalarming
The correct spelling is alarming.
How to pronounce alarming
verb
IPA: /ə.ˈlɑːm.ɪŋ/
Say it like: Ala-rmi-ng
The correct spelling is alarming. To call to arms for defense
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Meanings
verb
- 1.To call to arms for defense
- 2.To give (someone) notice of approaching danger
- 3.To rouse to vigilance and action; to put on the alert.
- 4.To surprise with apprehension of danger; to fill with anxiety in regard to threatening evil; to excite with sudden fear.
- 5.To keep in excitement; to disturb.
adjective
- 1.Causing apprehension, fear or alarm; frightening
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