watch
verb (used without object)
to be alertly on the lookout, look attentively, or observe, as to see what comes, is done, or happens.
will be watching
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future progressiveof watch.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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Washington, for its part, will be watching closely.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
And Riley knows the world will be watching closely, to see how many seats are filled for the Trojans’ second game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
He says the market will be watching for further updates on Westgold’s growth strategy and outlook, planned for Sept. 9.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
As Graves is well aware, the flock will be watching.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2026
Blackcliff’s subject masters, the Centurions, will be watching.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
