keeping watch

Example Sentences

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That’s good news for home buyers waiting for lower rates, but less welcome for investors keeping watch for signs that a public offering or exit from government conservatorship is coming.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

Police and fire fighters worked around the clock, not only trying to stifle the growing conflagration but keeping watch for potential looters.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2025

"At some point we were exhausted and stopped to rest. We took turns sleeping and keeping watch."

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2024

A few dozen protesters have blocked off the station’s access road and take turns keeping watch from the outside.

From New York Times • Jun. 7, 2024

Ella heard Brigit gasp as she saw the gates to the Underworld towering behind them and their gargantuan deathbulls keeping watch on the line of those waiting for a ticket to enter.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton