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
Jennifer has been vigilant in reporting the issues with the building to both Mayfair management and Kansas City’s Healthy Homes rental inspection program, which started in 2018 and sends out inspectors to investigate issues and help tenants who report unsanitary and unsafe conditions.
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2025
These measures include conducting a new and updated risk analysis to stay vigilant against ongoing threats, performing additional vulnerability testing and penetration testing, and providing additional security training for employees.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Stay informed, stay vigilant, and prioritize your well-being while relishing the surf.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
The world must remain vigilant to ensure this powerful new tool isn't silenced.
—Ingmar Rentzhog, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2025
These measures include conducting a new and updated risk analysis to stay vigilant against ongoing threats, performing additional vulnerability testing and penetration testing, and providing additional security training for employees.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Stay informed, stay vigilant, and prioritize your well-being while relishing the surf.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2025
The world must remain vigilant to ensure this powerful new tool isn't silenced.
—Ingmar Rentzhog, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vigilant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigilant
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Below is a sequence when PSG are alert to Raya rolling the ball out to Jurrien Timber and react by quickly finding their shape.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Here's a breakdown of the three-tiered alert system from the NWS and what each level entails: High wind warning: Take action!—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Even miles away in the capital of Srinagar, many residents stayed awake throughout the night, listening to fighter jets fly over Kashmir’s skies and scrolling social media feeds for any updates about the strikes and cross-border shelling.—
Fahad Shah,
Christian Science Monitor,
7 May 2025
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Since your body burns energy to stay awake, a lack of sleep can stress your brain over time.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
7 May 2025
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Jockeying under a watchful Eye Amid widespread speculation over who will be the next pope, theologians say the faithful look at pre-conclave jockeying as a chance for the divine to intervene in human matters.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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China’s intelligence agency has also launched a very public campaign on social media over the last two years warning its citizens against spying for foreign nations and to keep a watchful eye out for espionage attempts.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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That makes careful construction of games to maximize engagement vital, said Nate Jones, vice president of corporate strategy and development for Sony Interactive Entertainment, the PlayStation unit of Sony.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Wild first 20 minutes Most of this series has seen each team playing a very careful brand of hockey, feeling each other out in the first period, with few shots on goal and even fewer legitimate scoring opportunities.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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People advised to avoid salt or lower sodium in their diet should be aware of this if considering eating sauerkraut.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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The White House is likely aware of that fact as it reportedly is expected to go to Congress with a formal request to claw back the $1.1 billion currently allocated for the CPB over the next two years.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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“Vigilant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigilant. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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