Watchful
/ˈwɒtʃ.fʊl/
Showing careful attention and readiness to detect anything unusual or important.
Examples
- The watchful guard noticed the intruder immediately.
- She kept a watchful eye on her younger brother at the park.
- Birdwatchers remain watchful for rare species during migration season.
- He was watchfully scanning the crowd for any signs of trouble.
- The parents were watchful throughout the entire school trip.
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