as in vigilance
the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity, or danger
it was only her motherly watchfulness that saved the boy from an accident
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Noun
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Managing their playtime requires vigilance, given Olaf’s size and Tank’s vulnerability.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025 -
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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That’s how Tommy bids farewell to his brother before (presumably) removing the broken watch from Joel's wrist to leave for Ellie.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The commemorative coins, which include gold and silver busts of Trump, emerged during the 2024 presidential campaign as one of several merchandising ventures Trump profited from -- a list that also included watches, sneakers, bibles and guitars.—
Lucien Bruggeman,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2025
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Iran's Foreign Ministry has issued a pointed warning against efforts to derail diplomacy as U.S.-Iran nuclear talks advance into a critical technical phase, saying the country is on high alert to face Israeli threats.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Drivers cautioned as heavy rain triggers traffic concerns on eastbound K-10 in Eudora Authorities issue traffic alert for dangerous driving conditions amid heavy rain on K-10, from East 1900th Road to CR-442/North 1400th Road.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Watchfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watchfulness. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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