How to Use watch for in a Sentence

watch for

phrasal verb
  • Here's a look at what to watch for in the second debate.
    Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 9 Sep. 2023
  • What to watch for ▪ Who will be the Marlins’ shortstop?
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2024
  • What to watch for as Chicago Cubs and White Sox begin the 2nd half.
    Chicago Tribune Staff, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2023
  • Ukrainian soldiers watch for drones near the city of Bakhmut this month.
    Henry Austin, NBC News, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Here are three things to watch for in Tuesday's primaries.
    Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2024
  • Here’s what to watch for as the Warriors fight to extend their dynasty.
    Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2024
  • Also watch for any new plants that sprout from seeds left by birds that consume the berries.
    Melinda Myers, Journal Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2024
  • George Kittle was a pregame scratch with back spasms so that’s something to watch for in the playoffs.
    Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Here are five things to watch for on SpaceX's second full-scale Starship test flight.
    Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 18 Nov. 2023
  • Here's what to watch for At first Miguel’s adventure seemed to be paying off.
    Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 19 Sep. 2023
  • The release advises drivers to be alert, watch for signage and slow down in the work area.
    Caleb Wiegandt, The Courier-Journal, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Advertisement Here are five things to watch for the Stars in free agency.
    Joseph Hoyt, Dallas News, 30 June 2023
  • Here are five things to watch for as Congress rolls back to Washington for the end-of-the-year legislative sprint.
    Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Dunk the handle of a wooden spoon into hot oil and watch for a swarm of tiny bubbles to fizzle around it.
    Charlotte Druckman / Photographs By F. Martin Ramin/the Wall Street Journal, Food Styling By Kim Ramin, Prop Styling By Valeria Suasnavas , WSJ, 7 Dec. 2023
  • The town watches for the first signs of the purple blooms, anticipating a spring full of flowers.
    David Montesino, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Below, find out when to stream The New Look online, including ways to watch for free, and the episode release schedule and more.
    Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2024
  • If the bloating doesn't go away—and your period never comes—start watching for that stick to turn pink.
    Lauren Gelman, Parents, 10 July 2023
  • In a market in need of authentic young female voices, one to watch for sure.
    Leila Cobo, Billboard, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Here’s what to watch for in the December night sky, from planets to meteor showers, and more.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2023
  • The crowd watches for the animal’s slightest of movements.
    Toby Muse, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2024
  • The threat of severe thunderstorms came with a flood watch for the region and a flood warning for certain areas.
    Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 Apr. 2024
  • Here are five things to watch for heading into voting on Monday night.
    Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Still, analysts warn to watch for factors that could threaten the sector’s growth.
    Bloomberg Wire, Dallas News, 7 Aug. 2023
  • And watch for a new show, a Father’s Day Special, dropping this coming Monday.
    Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 5 June 2024
  • Parents and caregivers should watch for signs of overheating, such as sweating or the baby's chest feeling hot to the touch.
    Casey Clark, Parents, 5 Mar. 2024
  • Snowmobilers should remember to stay on the trails and watch for snow groomers, Dane County Parks said in the release.
    Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Symptoms to watch for after a tick bite include rash, fever, fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain and joint swelling, Jones said.
    Doug Thompson, Arkansas Online, 9 July 2023
  • Point your eyes toward the constellation Lyra to watch for the spectacle.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2024
  • People planning to visit the Flagstaff area should watch for weather alerts and updates from the park service for safe travels.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Part of the state was under a hurricane watch for the first time since 2008, for Hurricane Kyle, which skirted eastern Maine.
    David Sharp, Robert F. Butaky and Patrick Whittle The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2023

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