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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3
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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4
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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5
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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2
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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3
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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as in to expect
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
watch for all the latest news on this Web site
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Recent Examples of watch
Chad Graff, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The Mets watched the Washington Nationals erase a six-run lead in the third game of a four-game set Sunday at Nationals Park.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2025
Do not display signs of wealth, like cash, expensive watches, or jewelry.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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Verb
But there’s no argument about this: Henderson is a good player who will be fun to watch in this offense.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The Mets watched the Washington Nationals erase a six-run lead in the third game of a four-game set Sunday at Nationals Park.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
Noun
The watch is for Anson, Chatham, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, Scotland and Stanly counties.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2025
Do not display signs of wealth, like cash, expensive watches, or jewelry.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watch
Noun
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O'Reilly says this pushing of the envelope is largely because Mon is so caught off guard by Krennic's presence.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
3 May 2025
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With the game on the line, New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson didn’t flinch.—
Don Yaeger,
Forbes.com,
3 May 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 district also has 14 area security managers and about 90 armed guardians, positions that didn’t exist prior to Stoneman Douglas.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
10 May 2025
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The hackers are now requesting additional ransoms from individual schools for this data, as one Toronto district outlined in a letter this week to parents and guardians.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2025
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For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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Each year, the CPB disperses $535 million in taxpayer funds to public radio and TV stations nationwide, stations provide free and universal access to educational shows, emergency alerts and a wide array of news and cultural content.—
Clay Voytek,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Detectives reviewed surveillance footage that shows the teen killer, who wore a ski mask and whose name is being withheld due to his age, lift his shirt during the showdown and shove his hands into his waistbands to show Jimenez he was armed, prosecutors say.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
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Detectives with the state police Eastern District Major Crime Squad took over the investigation into both robberies and confirmed through the surveillance footage at the banks that the same individual was responsible.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Mistakes can lead to taxes or penalties, so custodians play a key role in helping account holders stay on track.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Journalists should not be in a position to be asking for approval from hundreds of Colorado government custodians of public records.—
Jim Martin,
Denver Post,
1 May 2025
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Managing their playtime requires vigilance, given Olaf’s size and Tank’s vulnerability.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The notice urges travelers to maintain a high level of vigilance and avoid demonstrations and crowds.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Brother Javier Medina came to the vigil from Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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The vigil took place near the home of Excenia Mette, 61, who was gunned down Tuesday night trying to make sure her grandson was safe amid a senseless brawl.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Watch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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