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eternal vigilance is the price of freedom
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The nonpartisan aim, Lyons acknowledged, will require vigilance at an institution that has strong political associations.
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Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Constant vigilance and self-editing are exhausting.
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Carolyn O'Laughlin,
CNN Money,
28 June 2026
Researchers emphasize the urgent need for vigilance among prescribers, especially as access to GLP-1s expands.
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Dr. Samantha Aquino Calpo,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
In summary, when facing the threat of lightning, preparedness and vigilance are your best allies.
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Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
Constant vigilance and self-editing are exhausting.
—
Carolyn O'Laughlin,
CNN Money,
28 June 2026
Researchers emphasize the urgent need for vigilance among prescribers, especially as access to GLP-1s expands.
—
Dr. Samantha Aquino Calpo,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
In summary, when facing the threat of lightning, preparedness and vigilance are your best allies.
—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for vigilance
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“Vigilance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vigilance. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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vigilance
noun
vig·i·lance
ˈvij-ə-lən(t)s 
: the quality or state of being vigilant
Medical Definition
vigilance
noun
vig·i·lance
ˈvij-ə-lən(t)s
: the quality or state of being wakeful and alert : degree of wakefulness or responsiveness to stimuli
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