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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3
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
In real life, Roth watched the world adapt to the pandemic and felt inspired to write about how panic threads itself into the fabric of society.
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Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Milner watched his son, Hoby, toss a scoreless relief appearance for the Chicago Cubs during a win against the Tampa Bay Rays in a full-circle moment for the family.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Jane says she’s watched Val for 20 years in an industry that has given her nothing but humiliation.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 11 May 2026
Schoenbrun watched every Nightmare on Elm Street in fifth grade.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The hundred or so journalists parked not far from the Port of Granadilla have watched a steady and carefully coordinated ballet as the boat transports five passengers at a time to the port that has finally agreed to take them in.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In recent years, videos best watched on TV, rather than on mobile devices, have surged in popularity as YouTube has taken over more and more connected-TV viewing, rivaling subscription streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+.
—Alex Sherman,zach Vallese, CNBC, 10 May 2026
Imagine having watched film of your team in 2017 and 2018, then experiencing the gumption of the 2022 champions, then seeing the 2024 squad get bounced in the Play-In by the Sacramento Kings.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Residents have watched city government make promises, spend money and deliver very little to show for it.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Milner watched his son, Hoby, toss a scoreless relief appearance for the Chicago Cubs during a win against the Tampa Bay Rays in a full-circle moment for the family.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Jane says she’s watched Val for 20 years in an industry that has given her nothing but humiliation.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 11 May 2026
Schoenbrun watched every Nightmare on Elm Street in fifth grade.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The hundred or so journalists parked not far from the Port of Granadilla have watched a steady and carefully coordinated ballet as the boat transports five passengers at a time to the port that has finally agreed to take them in.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In recent years, videos best watched on TV, rather than on mobile devices, have surged in popularity as YouTube has taken over more and more connected-TV viewing, rivaling subscription streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+.
—Alex Sherman,zach Vallese, CNBC, 10 May 2026
Imagine having watched film of your team in 2017 and 2018, then experiencing the gumption of the 2022 champions, then seeing the 2024 squad get bounced in the Play-In by the Sacramento Kings.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Residents have watched city government make promises, spend money and deliver very little to show for it.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for watched
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After a moment of silence was observed, Wilson's name was read, prompting supportive cheering and applause from the audience.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The inspector also observed mouse droppings in multiple areas of the kitchen, like behind the grease trap and on dry storage shelves.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
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Rojas followed with a single on a hit-and-run to send Rizzo to third, and then sophomore Ander Elorriaga executed a perfect squeeze bunt on a 2-2 delivery by Aiden Carey to score Rizzo.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Salah’s comments followed a limp 4-2 defeat at Aston Villa on Friday that increased criticism of Slot and questions about his future in the job.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Eighteen Americans who were aboard the ship are currently being monitored in a quarantine unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.—
Lilia Luciano,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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In the United States, more than 40 people are being monitored for the Andes virus, a type of hantavirus, which derives from rodents.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Baltimore voters cared enough about term limits to specifically complete that question at one of the highest participation rates on the ballot.—
Jovani Patterson,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2026
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Many reporters covering the W genuinely cared about helping grow the game.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The lawsuit claims that Santana was the lead detective assigned to the case, while Smith was the sergeant who supervised the investigative team.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Del Toro personally supervised every stage of the new restoration from the original 35mm negative.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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The lot being eyed for development is part of the city’s First Street TIF district.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Vertical construction is expected to begin on the Target in June, Ahlquist said, with opening eyed for May 2027.—
Rose Evans
Updated May 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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Connecticut is a part of a deregulated regional electrical grid, and Nicola noted that electricity is bought and sold on the open market, leaving the risks of building new plants to private companies.—
Krisztian Elcsics,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Police on the scene noted that after firing those fatal shots, Myers stood by the body and made no attempt to perform life-saving measures.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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The fan continued over the barrier, fell in front of a red ad for a local butcher shop and landed in an area covered by grass and dirt at the west end of the bullpen.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Additionally, our commerce writers and editors have previously covered a vast array of supportive sandals, including ones that support your feet all day at theme parks and music festivals, plus flip-flops that are actually comfortable.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
15 May 2026
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“Watched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watched. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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