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Synonyms

watch over

Idioms  
  1. Guard for protection or safekeeping, as in There were only two aides watching over that large group of children. This idiom was first recorded in 1526.


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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

Ross and Demelza Poldark were born from Winston Graham's coastguard watch over the coast at Perranporth, where the sea meets old mining works.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

“Greece has been on our list of countries to watch over the last few years,” said Jennifer Stevens, executive editor of International Living.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 4, 2026

"It is a means to watch over every movement, interaction and decision of each citizen."

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

“Reina, please come tonight. The sky will be lit up, and it will be different from any other night. It’ll be historic! Tell your father you shouldn’t miss it and I will watch over you.”

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar

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