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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Only continuous efforts and vigilance can safeguard American democracy and create a more equal and just society.—
Time,
Time,
16 July 2025 -
Exposure management is about ongoing vigilance and dynamic measurement.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Limited runs and special editions are, ironically, pretty common in the watch world, but add an extra layer of allure to any timepiece.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
2 Aug. 2025
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The watch is for Southern Craven, West Carteret, East Carteret, Inland Onslow and Coastal Onslow as well as Duplin and Jones counties.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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News alerts in your inbox: Don't miss the important news of the day.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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The alert is for Northern Craven as well as Beaufort and Pamlico counties.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 July 2025
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“Watchfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watchfulness. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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