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as in to observe
to keep one's eyes on
I turned my head to continue watching the bird as it flew away
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as in to follow
to take notice of and be guided by
watch what I do when I run into that kind of problem
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as in to monitor
to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose
watched the situation to see if it improved
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as in to care
to have an interest or concern for
you should watch what you eat if you want a long, healthy life
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as in to supervise
to take charge of especially on behalf of another
hired a high school girl to watch their daughter until they got home from work
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as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something
the neighborhood crime watch
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as in watchfulness
the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of activity, opportunity, or danger
kept a watch over the sick baby
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as in lookout
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
the little boy kept watch at the window for signs of Santa and his sleigh
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Recent Examples of watch
Nick Sobczyk, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
While some fans want to sing along, others are decrying the practice in favor of simply watching the movie and staying quiet in public.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
Both counties are under a fire weather watch from 10 a.m. Monday until 6 p.m. Wednesday because of moderate to locally strong winds and very low humidity, according to the National Weather Service.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Small changes to Pentagon procurement and climate policy are worth watching.
—Nick Sobczyk, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
While some fans want to sing along, others are decrying the practice in favor of simply watching the movie and staying quiet in public.
—Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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The victim was said to have handed over a luxury watch, a wallet and the keys to the Rolls-Royce.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
Both counties are under a fire weather watch from 10 a.m. Monday until 6 p.m. Wednesday because of moderate to locally strong winds and very low humidity, according to the National Weather Service.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watch
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The researchers examined body mass index (BMI) figures that were observed from people’s health records.Filip Timotija, The Hill, 14 Dec. 2024
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And so, as Tiny Tim observed, God bless Us, Every One!Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 14 Dec. 2024
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The novel follows Violet Sorrengail, whose commanding mother denies her entry to the safe Scribe Quadrant and forces her into Basgiath War College, where students fight to become elite dragon riders.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Hand-washing, covering your mouth during coughing, and following other basic hygiene measures can all help prevent the spread of whooping cough.Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Polio vaccines have been extensively studied and monitored for close to 70 years.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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The company uses a process monitoring tool called Celonis.Steve Banker, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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For payers, this proactive model offers a groundbreaking approach to care.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Why should Californians care about this particular instance?Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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The kids can run around (supervised) with their peers for water sports, hiking, pizza parties, games, and more while parents enjoy yoga, tennis, swimming, or just take in the scenic views.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Virgin River mayor and chief meddler Hope McRae (Annette O'Toole) is supervising the wedding organization, the town's equivalent of a royal wedding.Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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This trade proposal sees the Lakers add Jazz center Walker Kessler and guard Collin Sexton for three key depth pieces and a draft pick.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Right tackle Brian O’Neill injured his knee in the first half, but Minnesota struggled on the other side, too, specifically left tackle Cam Robinson and left guard Blake Brandel.The Athletic NFL Staff, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Full Story Most employees on lookout for or seeking new position: Survey Most employees are on the lookout for or actively seeking a new position as an increasing number of workers feel detached from their jobs, according to a new survey.Aris Folley, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
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There’s also a lookout point for the McKay Bridge along the loop that makes an excellent photo spot.Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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The Harry Potter series is likely to not even begin filming until 2026, eyeing a 2027 release date.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Some seemed camera shy, eyeing the person filming to get out of their space, while others sniffed the camera out of curiosity.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Watch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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