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    Expressing 'early warning' with 预警 (yùjǐng)

    Condition
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    发出 + 预警

    Explanation

    预警 (yùjǐng) is a noun meaning 'early warning' or 'alert.' It refers to advance notice of a potential danger or threat, commonly used in contexts like natural disasters, financial risks, or military situations. It frequently appears in phrases like 发出预警 (to issue a warning).

    Examples

    • 气象台发出了暴雨预警信号。

      Qìxiàngtái fāchū le bàoyǔ yùjǐng xìnhào.

      The meteorological station issued a rainstorm warning signal.

    • 公司建立了一套完善的风险预警机制。

      Gōngsī jiànlì le yī tào wánshàn de fēngxiǎn yùjǐng jīzhì.

      The company established a comprehensive risk early-warning mechanism.

    • 收到地震预警后，大家迅速撤离了大楼。

      Shōudào dìzhèn yùjǐng hòu, dàjiā xùnsù chèlí le dàlóu.

      After receiving the earthquake warning, everyone quickly evacuated the building.

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