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vigilant

[vij-uh-luhnt] / ˈvɪdʒ ə lənt /


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Hustled from the scene by a neighboring florist, she meets the vigilant but eccentric Neighborhood Watch group at the home of reclusive former detective Augusta Dupin.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The takeaway from your letter — and the lesson for readers — is that it’s important to be vigilant.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

The Riksbank recently held its key policy rate at 1.75%, although it pledged to remain vigilant about the risks of inflation rising due to high energy prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Koji Yamazaki, a leading bear expert and head of Ibaraki Nature Museum, said residents in the northern Tohoku region must stay vigilant this spring.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

There were his political and religious theories, his vigilant search for dark conspiracies, his joy in languages, his affection for Zita, and of course, his abiding commitment to chess.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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