1
as in eyes
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 follows
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 monitors
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 cares
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 supervises
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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as in guards
a person or group that watches over someone or something
the neighborhood crime watch
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as in lookouts
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
the little boy kept watch at the window for signs of Santa and his sleigh
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Recent Examples of watches
Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
During the rare lull in service, McPherson watches over this scene from the bar, catching up with longtime customers and friends from the neighborhood.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
In the 1999 thriller 8mm, Nicolas Cage plays a private detective who watches a graphic film of a girl’s murder.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
One involves Kirsh, who watches the lab remotely via security cameras but never sounds any alarm.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
And then Notre Dame held its collective breath, hoping Gillis played to the crowd, just not too much for a Catholic school where Touchdown Jesus watches over the stadium.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Wide receiver Xavier Worthy #1 of the Kansas City Chiefs watches from the sidelines during the second quarter of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Tropical storm watches along the east coast of the peninsula were cancelled.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Licenses for watches and cigarettes are signed.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
For the latest watches and warnings, see our weather alert page.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The watches can work on their own but it’s best used paired with Huawei’s companion app available on iOS, Android or HarmonyOS.
—Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
No coastal warnings or watches are in effect.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
For Jake and Vince Friedken, every street corner of New York has been a Devil’s crossroads since the night their dad gave them a pair of phony watches.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
Rather than pocket the savings, travelers are splashing out on their visits, spending more on things like watches and jewelry, according to research undertaken by the Japan Tourism Agency.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2025
Both Apple and Samsung watches have touch screens, but the Apple Watch also has a digital crown knob-button.
—PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
Start With Single Day Resort Heli-Skiing Mention heli-skiing to someone who reads ski magazines or watches movies but has not actually done it, and what comes to mind is almost always remote mountain lodges deep in the wilderness, where small groups go for a week of heli-skiing, day in and day out.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
During the rare lull in service, McPherson watches over this scene from the bar, catching up with longtime customers and friends from the neighborhood.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
In the 1999 thriller 8mm, Nicolas Cage plays a private detective who watches a graphic film of a girl’s murder.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
One involves Kirsh, who watches the lab remotely via security cameras but never sounds any alarm.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
And then Notre Dame held its collective breath, hoping Gillis played to the crowd, just not too much for a Catholic school where Touchdown Jesus watches over the stadium.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Wide receiver Xavier Worthy #1 of the Kansas City Chiefs watches from the sidelines during the second quarter of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Tropical storm watches along the east coast of the peninsula were cancelled.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Now in its second generation, Happy Jewelers continues to be family-owned and operated, and has grown to house one of the largest selections of luxury watches, fine jewelry and natural and lab-grown diamonds in the country, according to the owners.
—Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Licenses for watches and cigarettes are signed.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
For the latest watches and warnings, see our weather alert page.
—Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The watches can work on their own but it’s best used paired with Huawei’s companion app available on iOS, Android or HarmonyOS.
—Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
No coastal warnings or watches are in effect.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
For Jake and Vince Friedken, every street corner of New York has been a Devil’s crossroads since the night their dad gave them a pair of phony watches.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
Rather than pocket the savings, travelers are splashing out on their visits, spending more on things like watches and jewelry, according to research undertaken by the Japan Tourism Agency.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2025
Both Apple and Samsung watches have touch screens, but the Apple Watch also has a digital crown knob-button.
—PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for watches
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Pozzo also eyes a reprise of collaborations, which over the years have seen Wolford partnering with brands such as Thierry Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Adidas, GCDS and Sergio Rossi, to cite a few.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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As the hotel eyes its next half century, Skaletsky sees an even bolder approach to hospitality.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Romeo Beckham’s appearance in a leather flight jacket with matching leather trousers follows his previous modeling turns for Balenciaga (spring summer 2025) and Versace (fall winter 2025).—
Kerry McDermott,
Vogue,
19 Sep. 2025
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The eight-episode thriller, which premieres September 19 on ViX, follows Nolasco Black (Bichir), a forensic dentist investigating brutal murders in 19th century Veracruz who discovers evidence that the infamous London killer has crossed the Atlantic.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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With Wednesday’s fatal shooting of three officers in rural Pennsylvania, more than three dozen law enforcement officers have been killed by hostile means in the line of duty in 2025, according to a national nonprofit organization that monitors such figures.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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The upcoming Apple show The Savant, starring Jessica Chastain as a woman who monitors and engages with white supremacists online, tries to address these difficult matters too.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
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The poll found a majority or plurality of voters believe that Hochul works hard, demonstrates honesty, gets things done, provides decisive leadership, and cares about people—four categories where her numbers are up significantly from June 2024 (this is first time 'get things done' was asked).—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Research by Zendesk proves that consumers who believe a business cares about their emotional state are more likely to become repeat customers.—
Tayfun Bilsel,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The private firm, which Yu says had $20 million in revenue in 2024, provides consulting, supervises construction and drafts designs for urban landscapes around the world.—
Elisabeth Brier,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Cucinelli supervises the company’s image and communication, especially through social platforms, and has greatly contributed to reach out to the younger generations.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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His father, a former military officer, was imprisoned following the Iranian revolution until his mother was able to negotiate his release with prison guards, according to reporting by the New York Times.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Lily Mathé, one of the orchestra’s best violinists, vividly remembered being made to play jolly tunes in the SS officers’ mess at Auschwitz every evening while the guards ate their dinner.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
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You’ll be shaded by towering pine trees, scramble over rocks and somewhat rough terrain, and have plenty of opportunity to stop at various lookouts on the way.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Excavating wetlands, as various studies have suggested, would yield soil that could be mounded into sound-blocking berms, as at Brooklyn Bridge Park; lookouts, as on Governors Island; and undulating grasslands like those at Freshkills.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
9 Sep. 2025
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Rather than suddenly replacing the worker with an automatic system, the person observes, interacts with and actively contributes to the implementation of AI in their professional context.—
Cristian Randieri,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Social media, Loria observes, has turbocharged interest in alternative career paths among the Gen Zers that she’s advised.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Watches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watches. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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