watch out
Britishverb
noun
Example Sentences
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What to watch out for: This will be England's second World Cup semi-final since 2018, but defending champions Argentina stand in the Three Lions' way of a first appearance in the final in 60 years.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The ’80s, ’90s and 2000s are rightly at 8, 9 and 10, but watch out, ’70s on 7, you’re hanging by a thread.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
During a heat wave, there are three conditions to watch out for: dehydration; heat exhaustion, which can be characterized by headaches and nausea; and the more serious heatstroke.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
But if you do go out, watch out for one beloved theater chain’s terrible new feature.
From Slate ● Jun. 26, 2026
He pulled a pocket watch out his jacket, tapped it, and said, “Time’s a-wasting.”
From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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