as in red light
something that tells of approaching danger or risk
the résumé she accidentally left on the office printer was a red flag that she was planning to quit
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The parks are still astonishingly profitable, but the red flags emphasize the challenge for D’Amaro, who has worked for the experiences division in various roles for 26 years.
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Brian Stelter, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2024
Here are the potential red flags to watch for when shopping for a home.
—Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2024
Watch for secrecy Another way to spot red flags is to trust your intuition, says Dr. Wood.
—Samantha Mann, Parents, 8 Aug. 2024
So there was a red flag, because what medicine are you guys talking about?
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2024
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Brian Stelter, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2024
Here are the potential red flags to watch for when shopping for a home.
—Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2024
Watch for secrecy Another way to spot red flags is to trust your intuition, says Dr. Wood.
—Samantha Mann, Parents, 8 Aug. 2024
So there was a red flag, because what medicine are you guys talking about?
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2024
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