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watch

Pronunciation: [/ˈwɔt͡ʃ/]

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watch: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “keep an eye on”

(verb) to look at something for some time, often to guard it, see what happens, or enjoy it. It's like when you watch a movie or your pet to make sure they are okay.

Example

I like to watch the birds in my backyard every morning.

Example

I didn't watch the clock, so I was late for class.

Example

Can you watch the baby while I cook dinner?

Context: “timepiece”

(noun) a small device you wear on your wrist or keep in your pocket to tell the time. It's what you use to check if it's time for lunch or bedtime.

Example

My watch is waterproof, so I never take it off.

Example

I lost my watch, so I'm always late now.

Example

What color is your watch?

How to pronounce watch

Pronunciation: [/ˈwɔt͡ʃ/]

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