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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
She was last seen in surveillance footage wearing black shorts, a gray hooded sweatshirt with a Liberty Blue Jay logo and a black backpack with sunflowers.
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Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2025
Police analysts can then comb through this data and attempt to identify a culprit, often using surveillance footage or witness testimony about a vehicle’s color, make, or model.
—Dell Cameron, Wired News, 28 Apr. 2025
Hikvision, a Chinese video surveillance company that doesn’t appear on the Pentagon list but has been sanctioned by the Department of Commerce over its involvement in China’s repression of ethnic Uyghurs, also sells its products on Amazon.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 20 Apr. 2025
McIntire was allegedly also captured on surveillance footage at the Kansas City International Airport after.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2025
Police analysts can then comb through this data and attempt to identify a culprit, often using surveillance footage or witness testimony about a vehicle’s color, make, or model.
—Dell Cameron, Wired News, 28 Apr. 2025
Hikvision, a Chinese video surveillance company that doesn’t appear on the Pentagon list but has been sanctioned by the Department of Commerce over its involvement in China’s repression of ethnic Uyghurs, also sells its products on Amazon.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 20 Apr. 2025
McIntire was allegedly also captured on surveillance footage at the Kansas City International Airport after.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surveillance
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His stewardship of the economy was once one of his and his party’s advantages, but the public no longer views it positively.—
Christian Paz,
Vox,
2 May 2025
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In a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted last week, just 36 percent of respondents approved of Trump's economic stewardship—the lowest level across both of his presidential terms.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Light play between the sapphire crystal and the lacquered dial gives the watches a more layered, cinematic feel in low light.—
Matthew Catellier,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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After delaying the launch, the company released the watch right at the peak of tariff drama.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2025
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Connelly is accused of a bevy of misdeeds in the letter, including instructing West on how to self-administer nitrous oxide without any medical supervision or safeguards.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
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She was sentenced in 2018 to a maximum of 40 years of state mental health supervision.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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At its heart stands the Monsaraz Castle, once a strategic fortress, now a stunning lookout point.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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In addition to tourist information booths, these stamps are also available at major tourist attractions like temples and lookout points, plus each JR Railway train station.—
Lilit Marcus,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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The president can make nominations but doesn't have direct oversight.—
Bonnie Bolden,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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How judicial selection works under DC home rule In Washington, D.C., two different commissions have handled judicial selection and oversight since 1970.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Apr. 2025
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Patience appeared to be running thin in all areas, from management to coach John Hynes to some of the fan base.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Because the active ingredient in turmeric (curcumin) is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, research suggests the beverage offers potential health benefits such as protecting the heart, improving digestion, and supporting weight management.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2025
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The Hanged Man asks you to fully surrender control and embrace this chapter of stillness.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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The advancements in hair restoration and the increasing acceptance of cosmetic procedures for all offer a path for men to take control of their appearance and well-being, with none of the shame of yesterday.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Research backs up the fact that positive self-talk can help with emotional regulation: A 2020 study found a positive relationship between self-talk and coping with the stress of having an illness.—
Caitlin Carlson,
SELF,
28 Apr. 2025
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The regulation simply extends the ban on cigarettes to include e-cigarettes, which weren’t contemplated when the law against on-board smoking was passed.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Surveillance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surveillance. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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