1
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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2
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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3
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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4
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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1
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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3
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
Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
The Spring Game crowd was a far cry from past years when dozens or hundreds showed up to watch blocking and tackling.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2025
The Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station watch commander informed the Times no crime had taken place at the residence.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
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Verb
How to watch Blue Origin launch livestream The launch is happening at Launch Site One in Southwest Texas.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
The Spring Game crowd was a far cry from past years when dozens or hundreds showed up to watch blocking and tackling.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
Under Munteanu’s watch, Vuelta Germany successfully integrated German entities – SquareOne Entertainment, Telepool, and EuroVideo – aligning operations and key functions under one roof.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2025
The Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station watch commander informed the Times no crime had taken place at the residence.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watch
Verb
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But three state representatives are looking to change that by introducing a bill that acknowledges the cultural and religious importance of Three Kings Day by allowing students in Connecticut to observe the holiday.—
Frank E. Lockwood,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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The federal government observes George Washington's Birthday.—
Joy Jackson,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Opta defines these sequences as an attempt on goal created after the defending side attack quickly following a regain of possession inside their own half.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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According to reports from Variety and the BBC, the Sin City actor, 72, agreed on Saturday, April 21, to exit the show following a disagreement between himself and fellow housemate Chris Hughes.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Authorities also will monitor air quality for radiation and use drones and surveillance cameras to keep an eye on the crowds.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
7 Apr. 2025
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There are no international organizations that this Administration remotely cares about.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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Remote work is not the only factor in a job that U.S. professionals care about.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Nutley directed academic services at St. Xavier, and supervised a program aimed at helping teens who were struggling academically, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Shapiro supervises them all, on both scientific and ethical matters.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Kings finalized a deal with free agent guard Terence Davis on Wednesday, bringing back a member of the original Beam Team.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Atlanta was led by Onyeka Okongwu (30 points, 14 rebounds) and All-NBA guard Trae Young (28 points).—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2025
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So Pratt stayed on the lookout to make sure none of his castmates — who include Housewives Cynthia Bailey and Kim Zolciak-Biermann, Bachelor Nation’s Demi Burnett, Clare Crawley and Susan Noles, The Apprentice’s Omarosa and Dancing with the Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy — escaped.—
Dana Rose Falcone,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Every step of the way, stay on the lookout: Are there problems hiding around the corner or just below the surface?—
Bruce Tulgan,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Amid the uncertainty, European companies are eyeing an opportunity to pivot away from the U.S. market to avoid the effects of the tariffs.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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New technology being eyed for the fall would also allow students to use a badge when boarding and exiting the bus.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Watch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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