1
as in to observe
to keep one's eyes on
I turned my head to continue watching the bird as it flew away
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2
as in to follow
to take notice of and be guided by
watch what I do when I run into that kind of problem
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as in to monitor
to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose
watched the situation to see if it improved
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as in to care
to have an interest or concern for
you should watch what you eat if you want a long, healthy life
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as in to supervise
to take charge of especially on behalf of another
hired a high school girl to watch their daughter until they got home from work
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1
as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something
the neighborhood crime watch
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as in watchfulness
the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of activity, opportunity, or danger
kept a watch over the sick baby
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as in lookout
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
the little boy kept watch at the window for signs of Santa and his sleigh
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Recent Examples of watch
Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Divine Deablo often spends his nights watching old Super Bowls with a bowl of cereal in hand.
—Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The owner of this corporation, nanoscientist Eion Prescott (Keitel), created a deadly nano-virus which is distributed through lethal watches.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 11 June 2026
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Verb
Travelers leave with both a finished object and, crucially, the muscle memory of having actually done it — not just watched it being done.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Divine Deablo often spends his nights watching old Super Bowls with a bowl of cereal in hand.
—Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Noun
Its Port of Champions immersive event is a week-long celebration on a luxury megayacht docked at Chelsea Piers, hosting watch parties, celebrations and of course, tequila tastings.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The owner of this corporation, nanoscientist Eion Prescott (Keitel), created a deadly nano-virus which is distributed through lethal watches.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watch
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An entire mission directing six blasts against three Russian frontline targets in eastern Ukraine will involve no Ukrainian troops on the ground, the battle instead directed from gamer chairs, observed from reconnaissance drones above, run over dedicated livestreams.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Then be sure to read our picks of the best telescopes and binoculars for exploring the night sky, along with our beginner's guide to observing the moon!—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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Jackson Blake quickly followed on a goal assisted by Taylor Hall and Ehlers.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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On June 3, police went to serve the warrants but the suspect did not follow commands given by police and barricaded himself inside a residence located in the area of Alum Rock Avenue and Dale Drive, authorities said.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Patients are typically monitored with an EKG throughout treatment, and some may need breathing support.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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The team studies how to monitor and predict the blooms, which cause environmental and economic harm.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
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The always excellent Elizabeth Marvel projects wisdom and warmth as a caring nun at the monastery where Jane once lived, her open-mindedness toward cosmic forces that transcend religion conveyed with crisp economy.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Staffing requirements must respect the technicians who have committed their lives to this work and be paired with workforce investments so hospitals can recruit and retain the clinicians who make crisis care possible.—
Cathryn Nacario,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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To reduce the risk of an encounter with bears, the Mammoth Lakes Police Department and wildlife authorities advised the public to never approach bears, keep garbage securely stored, do not leave food outside, and keep dogs leashed and supervised.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Espinoza urged parents to enroll children in swimming lessons, supervise children around water at all times and learn CPR.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
9 June 2026
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Players such as Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox and Knicks forward OG Anunoby don't sound nearly as excited.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Former detainees held at Camp East Montana detailed consistent abuses by guards in interviews with the USA TODAY Network, echoing allegations raised in the lawsuit.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Hong Kong icon Tony Leung has channeled brooding urban energy for the masterpieces of Wong Kar-Wai, balancing the debonair ennui of Marcello Mastroianni with the quiet watchfulness of Montgomery Clift.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
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In nine short, potent chapters, Beckerman lays out the essential traits of an effective dissident — loyalty, recklessness and watchfulness, among them — to illustrate how communities of resistance are built from the ground up.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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Prosecutors allege that Pino, 55, failed to operate the boat safely, such as maintaining a proper lookout and driving at a safe speed.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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About 130,000 letters are heading to Californians who may be owed money, so be on the lookout at your mailbox.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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“Watch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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