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vigilant

[vij-uh-luhnt] / ˈvɪdʒ ə lənt /


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“We have to be vigilant but there is no need to rush into action.”

From The Wall Street Journal

“That also teaches us that some of the greatest moral figures can be deeply flawed and that we have to be forever vigilant and demanding.”

From Los Angeles Times

STOCKHOLM—Sweden’s central bank held its key policy rate at 1.75% but said it remains vigilant and ready to act if the Middle East conflict begins to impact inflation or the economic outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mudslides have blocked key roads and several bridges have been flooded, prompting calls for the public to remain vigilant.

From BBC

He and Meghan are vigilant about personal security and keeping their children away from unsanctioned cameras, whether wielded by professionals or their own neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal