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surveillance

Pronunciation: [sərˈveɪləns]

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Learn how to use surveillance in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “security”

(noun) watching or keeping an eye on people or places to make sure everything is safe. It’s like when a teacher watches over students during recess to ensure they are playing nicely.

Example

The security guard maintained constant surveillance over the parking lot to keep it safe.

Example

Without surveillance, the area became more dangerous as there were no eyes watching over it.

Example

How does surveillance help in keeping our community safe?

Context: “monitoring”

(noun) the act of closely observing someone or something, often to gather information. It’s like when a parent checks on their child at night to make sure they are sleeping soundly.

Example

The researchers conducted surveillance on animal behavior to learn more about their habits.

Example

Without any surveillance, important data about the animals was lost and could not be studied.

Example

What kind of surveillance was conducted during the project?

How to pronounce surveillance

Pronunciation: [sərˈveɪləns]

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