watch over
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That largely echoed comments by his predecessor, indicating that the BOK is keeping a vigilant watch over the war’s effects on South Korea’s economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Keeping watch over Perranporth Beach and its steep cliffs led Winston Graham to create Ross Poldark.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
Monroe coach Leo Hernandez said he got his position in 1999 because he could run with his athletes to keep watch over them.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025
"It is a means to watch over every movement, interaction and decision of each citizen."
From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025
My mother doesn’t watch over me here as she did in America.
From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar
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