watchful eye

Example Sentences

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In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The lesson: If you’re like us, with all your systems wired together in countless automatic ways, use a different account, or keep a watchful eye on all your systems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The club was also the "regular weekend haunt" for Julie Luff and her friends when Barlow started performing there, his parents keeping a watchful eye on him.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Security guards kept a watchful eye on the duo through the glass as they leaned in for conversation and enjoyed their meal.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

Was she a meek, obedient little woman, or someone like Mrs. Cutler, who would rule him as he ruled the girls under his watchful eye?

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson