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as in stewardship
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
a neutral country charged with the surveillance of the post-war rebuilding effort
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as in watch
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
government surveillance of suspected terrorists
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Recent Examples of surveillance
Video surveillance footage from the complex shows Torres’ Honda Pilot pull into the complex, then the woman is seen getting out of a vehicle not shown on camera and walking toward her door, deputies said.
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Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
This month, the US government has dedicated an additional US$306 million to bolster H5N1 surveillance programs and research.
—New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2025
The suspect, dressed in a hooded sweatshirt and face covering, was seen on surveillance footage planting the two pipe bombs the night before the election certification was set to take place at the U.S. Capitol.
—Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
What To Know Authorities had relied on forensics and video surveillance to identify the victim, who died after being set on fire inside a Brooklyn subway car.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
This month, the US government has dedicated an additional US$306 million to bolster H5N1 surveillance programs and research.
—New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2025
The suspect, dressed in a hooded sweatshirt and face covering, was seen on surveillance footage planting the two pipe bombs the night before the election certification was set to take place at the U.S. Capitol.
—Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Jan. 2025
What To Know Authorities had relied on forensics and video surveillance to identify the victim, who died after being set on fire inside a Brooklyn subway car.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surveillance
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The Bianconeri were seeking their first trophy under the stewardship of Coach Thiago Motta, but instead became the first victims of the Sergio Conceicao era at Milan as their opponents secured a place in Monday’s final.Adam Digby, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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On the other hand, under the stewardship of Shanahan and Lynch, the 49ers have made the playoffs four times and made two Super Bowl appearances in eight seasons.Nathan Kamal, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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The brand began selling watches at around $200 USD.Lilian Raji, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Viewers of Today over the years could say the same about Kotb, who became a morning TV star under their watch, now leaving the franchise to forge a new path in an uncertain media climate.Eric Deggans, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
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In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, Barr stated his intent to vacate his role as vice chair of supervision while remaining on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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But his decision to leave his role as vice chair of supervision may have been intended to sidestep a legal battle with Mr. Trump.Deborah B. Solomon, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is urging people in southern Texas to keep a lookout for animals suffering from New World screwworm (NWS), a dangerous parasite that also impacts humans.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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During World War II, Goodyear produced more than 150 blimps to help the U.S. Navy keep a lookout for enemy submarines.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
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Location data companies like Gravy can also buy data from other brokers that harvest location information from various sources in the industry, derided by privacy advocates as a convoluted web of entities trading people’s private details with little oversight.Thomas Brewster, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Critics argue that such gaps in ethical oversight create the potential for conflicts of interest or undue influence.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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The next court date is April 21 for a case management conference.Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 10 Jan. 2025
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The next next man: Clayton Keller Next-up defenseman: John Carlson Leaving the veteran stalwart off the initial roster was one of the more difficult calls management had to make, but his performance hasn’t wavered since receiving the news.Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Kurt’s key takeaways These health and fitness advancements not only highlight the increasing synergy between technology and wellness, but also empower individuals to take control of their well-being in transformative ways.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
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Instead of bewildering noobs with a million settings and onboard tutorials, this 12 x 11 x 16-inch tank of a machine keeps it simple with easily accessible controls for things like temperature and dose volume for extraction, and run time for the onboard grinder.Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025
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China has passed regulations requiring its government to bless the export of technology like TikTok's algorithm, meaning any sale would need the approval of Beijing.Bobby Allyn, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
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The industry has boomed since the legalization of hemp, which like marijuana comes from the cannabis plant, but lacks regulation.Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Surveillance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surveillance. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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