on the alert (for someone or something)

on the alert (for someone or something)
on the alert (for someone or something)
watchful and attentive for someone or something. •

Be on the alert for pickpockets.

You should be on the alert when you cross the street in heavy traffic.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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