eternally vigilant in the safeguarding of democracy
wide-awake applies to watchfulness for opportunities and developments more often than dangers.
wide-awake companies latched onto the new technology
alert stresses readiness or promptness in meeting danger or in seizing opportunity.
alert traders anticipated the stock market's slide
Examples of watchful in a Sentence
We need to be more watchful of our children.
The hotel is being built under the watchful eye of its architect.
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Officials in Saturday’s late-night matchup were watchful of targeting and called two against the Spartans in the second quarter on back-to-back possessions.—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025 While governments may pass legislation to expand staffing pools, and facilities may work to improve training, the heart of care comes from the watchful eyes and steady involvement of families.—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025 Zacapa Created under the watchful eye of Lorena Vásquez, one of the few female master blenders in the business, Zacapa is a Guatemalan rum brand known for a unique blending and distilling process that sets it apart from the rest.—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025 Robin is about 30% autonomous, while a team of operators working remotely controls the rest under the watchful eyes of clinical staff.—Hallie Golden, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for watchful
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