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Definition

Used as an informal warning, caution, or call for attention; pay attention!

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In Context

  • "Heads up! I'm about to let go."
  • "Heads up! The boss is coming."
  • "Heads up, Marines! We got trouble."
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Also Said As

  • look out!
  • look sharp!
  • watch it!
  • watch out!
  • avast [⇒ thesaurus]!
  • beware!
  • blackfriars!
  • cave!
  • cheese it!
  • heads up!
  • hey up!
  • hist!
  • look lively!
  • mind out!
  • namous!
  • take care!
  • ware!
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See Also

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