1
as in observed
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 followed
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 monitored
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 cared
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 supervised
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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Recent Examples of watched
Forty days earlier, Bello had watched immigration agents arrest her mother at a routine green card appointment in downtown Sacramento.
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Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
For a Nets team that has watched too many games slip in the same way, the early minutes of the fourth carried a familiar warning.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
The researchers watched each adult closely for about three years and examined how many had a recurrent heart attack, were hospitalized for heart failure or died from any cause.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
The official Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim watched the ground jet test of the engine using a composite carbon fiber material.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Mar. 2026
Season one of Fallout also had an uptick of viewing while season two was running, Amazon says, such that 100 million people globally watched at least a few minutes of the series as a whole.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 30 Mar. 2026
Anyone who watched Pac-12 after dark knows all about ref shows.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
The sisters watched on as the Gophers made their way to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, making Amisha Ramlall even more ready to be a part of their success.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Dolly watched this happen, in shock, and failed to call 911.
—Literary Hub, 30 Mar. 2026
Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
For a Nets team that has watched too many games slip in the same way, the early minutes of the fourth carried a familiar warning.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
The researchers watched each adult closely for about three years and examined how many had a recurrent heart attack, were hospitalized for heart failure or died from any cause.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
The official Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim watched the ground jet test of the engine using a composite carbon fiber material.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Mar. 2026
Season one of Fallout also had an uptick of viewing while season two was running, Amazon says, such that 100 million people globally watched at least a few minutes of the series as a whole.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 30 Mar. 2026
Anyone who watched Pac-12 after dark knows all about ref shows.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
The sisters watched on as the Gophers made their way to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, making Amisha Ramlall even more ready to be a part of their success.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Dolly watched this happen, in shock, and failed to call 911.
—Literary Hub, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for watched
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The day is observed with mourning, reflection and special church services.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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The celebratory holiday is typically observed with a ritual meal known as a seder, accompanied by traditional foods – including matzah (unleavened bread) – and kosher wine.—
Bailey Allen,
Cape Cod Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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Saturday’s nose win followed a neck victory over Chief Wallabee in last month’s Fountain of Youth Stakes.—
Clark Spencer,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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The event included speakers and musical performances, followed by a march.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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He was limited to just 19 starts his rookie year as the Marlins monitored his innings as a 20-year-old.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Weiner also touted the NYPD’s network of cameras and sensors, which are monitored by members of the NYPD’s intelligence division, and international liaison officers posted in the Middle East as elements providing the department with early-warning detection capabilities.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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His Yankees had just won three championships in four years, and George Steinbrenner could not have cared less.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Her mom says that she's always cared about her communities, especially farm workers.—
Kara Finnstrom,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Nelson Nuñez's brother, father, and mother testified through a translator, saying Nuñez would be well supervised if allowed out on bond, was not a danger to the community, and would not flee.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has driven a tank during army training supervised by her father, the pair’s latest joint public appearance fueling outside speculation that the girl is being groomed as Kim’s heir.—
Hyung-Jin Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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When the drink arrived at my table during a recent dinner at Roswell’s Tipsy Thaiger, my friends immediately eyed it.—
Caroline Eubanks,
AJC.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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But the starters and reserves at pass rusher are being eyed suspiciously at this early point of the offseason.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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Paddack noted how Sandy Alcantara came to him in the dugout and gave him words of encouragement.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Dieppa noted that about 17 million cars pass through Chamblee every month.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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These windows will be covered with translucent film of different Idaho mountain ranges, giving those inside privacy while allowing natural light to flow through into the lounge, which can hold up to 500 people.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
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Almaraz’s role was never formally defined, but he was believed by top officials to bring good luck, and all of his travel expenses were covered.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Watched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watched. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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