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
Videos of the Saturday night melee at a Chipotle in the Navy Yard neighborhood showed youths throwing punches and chairs as patrons watched in fear.
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Steve Thompson, Washington Post, 19 May 2026
He was filmed jumping into the historic fountain while fully clothed as crowds nearby watched.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Alone in his apartment, Ross lit incense and watched the livestream on YouTube.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
But after years of tariffs, trade wars and abrupt shifts in sourcing patterns, even a temporary easing of tensions is being watched closely in factories and export hubs across the region.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
For inspiration, director Na watched some early Steven Spielberg.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 May 2026
The couple then watched as the semi — which officials said was carrying 10 cars, including multiple electric vehicles — caught fire, according to KOLD.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
The kid who watched Kirk Gibson’s 1988 World Series home run in his grandmother’s living room grew up to be the third baseman that helped the Dodgers win their next World Series, in 2020.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 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
Steve Thompson, Washington Post, 19 May 2026
He was filmed jumping into the historic fountain while fully clothed as crowds nearby watched.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Alone in his apartment, Ross lit incense and watched the livestream on YouTube.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 18 May 2026
But after years of tariffs, trade wars and abrupt shifts in sourcing patterns, even a temporary easing of tensions is being watched closely in factories and export hubs across the region.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
For inspiration, director Na watched some early Steven Spielberg.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 May 2026
The couple then watched as the semi — which officials said was carrying 10 cars, including multiple electric vehicles — caught fire, according to KOLD.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
The kid who watched Kirk Gibson’s 1988 World Series home run in his grandmother’s living room grew up to be the third baseman that helped the Dodgers win their next World Series, in 2020.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 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
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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Some are clinically supervised; others position themselves as complementary to Western medicine rather than a replacement for it.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2026
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In Europe, Clinique La Prairie in Switzerland has become a flagship for the trend, with weeklong programs supervised by more than 50 specialized doctors and a growing audience of guests in their late thirties and forties focused on prevention.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2026
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He’s being eyed for the lead after Ryan Gosling, who had been circling the role, exited the project due to creative differences and scheduling conflicts.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
20 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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Authorities reportedly fined him €500, or roughly $580 — and banned him from returning to the site, the outlet noted.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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It should be noted that the media is not permitted to speak with the Fever’s medical staff about players’ injuries.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
18 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 21 May. 2026.
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