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Jets at Gando monitor the airspace around the Canary Islands, guard the approaches to the Strait of Gibraltar, and watch over important Atlantic sea routes.—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026 The two Fords piled on and crossed over, and Henry Ford himself watched over the proceedings.—Eric Moskowitz, The Atlantic, 31 May 2026 Carlson’s value Ducks defenseman John Carlson, 36, will be an intriguing name to watch over the next month or so.—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 27 May 2026 Brittenham took his daughter and son to work and said his daughter, Rachel, would watch over Jalen before games.—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 27 May 2026 The early heat wave has struck before the annual summer window when lifeguards watch over bathers at popular beaches, increasing risks.—ABC News, 26 May 2026 However, after three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, members began watching over it again.—Ray Campos, CBS News, 23 May 2026 In the exit area, riders will find a portrait of a Muppet version of Henson hanging on the wall, watching over the experience.—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026 His mates watch over Conor, taking turns to intervene when his anger threatens to flare up in word or deed.—Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 20 May 2026