as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
the night watchman, who was usually vigilant, apparently dozed off and didn't notice the vandals sneaking in
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Recent Examples of vigilant
Stay informed, stay vigilant, and prioritize your well-being.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
The trek to and from Imperial Beach and Coronado can get windy, and the path to and from downtown San Diego and National City goes next to Harbor Drive, so cyclists should be extra vigilant of their surroundings.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
Film data researcher and consultant Stephen Follows urged the industry to remain vigilant.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
The trek to and from Imperial Beach and Coronado can get windy, and the path to and from downtown San Diego and National City goes next to Harbor Drive, so cyclists should be extra vigilant of their surroundings.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
Film data researcher and consultant Stephen Follows urged the industry to remain vigilant.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vigilant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigilant
Adjective
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Watkins said law enforcement should stay alert when passing by a crowd, and stop to make sure everything is OK.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Oct. 2025
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Don’t get distracted by your phone, but stay alert for what’s ahead.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Used consistently, the CryoGlow can even boost circulation and support lymphatic drainage, leaving skin looking fresher and more awake.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Later, in the scene in which Winnifred is kept awake by a single pea, Burnett performed a prolonged pantomime of violent physical discomfort, thrashing and dangling like a fish on a line atop a towering stack of mattresses.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Their watchful eyes and swift response can make all the difference in a water emergency.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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In honor of the October 31-holiday, the network has gathered together comedians Patton Oswalt, Rachel Dratch, Leslie Jones and Adam Pally to test their skills in the kitchen — all under the watchful eyes of judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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These treatments require careful and ongoing monitoring.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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What’s Next UPenn has issued safety advice to students, including not wearing headphones, staying off of phones, and making sure to stay aware of surroundings.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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In a rare move, aware of Chapman’s growing comfort in Boston, Breslow worked out an in-season extension for the veteran reliever.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Vigilant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigilant. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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