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keeping watch



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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

He saw himself where he should have been: keeping watch in the garden that night.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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