watchers

noun

plural of watcher
1
as in custodians
a person or group that watches over someone or something the inexperienced babysitter turned out to be a well-meaning but hopelessly incompetent watcher of young children

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2
as in observers
someone who sees or watches something a safari that affords wildlife watchers plenty of opportunities to see Africa's grandest creatures in their natural habitat

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Recent Examples of watchers Legal scholars and court watchers were shocked by our finding. — Ken B. Morales, ProPublica, 1 July 2026 If the skies are clear, aurora watchers should look north, avoid bright lights, and use long-exposure settings on their phones or cameras. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 After a set period of time, like 15 minutes, rotate water-watchers. — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 1 July 2026 The labor market has proved stronger than expected the past few months, which has investors and Fed-watchers expecting interest-rate hikes later this year. — Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 1 July 2026 Additionally, the Republican Party is deploying poll watchers to monitor elections in at least 17 states this year. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 3 July 2026 The warm exchange underscored the friendly bond between the royal family and the superstar couple, making the possibility of a wedding invitation all the more intriguing for royal watchers. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 However, industry watchers say Amazon’s initial service for Leo will be constrained to only a slice of the Earth’s geography until the company deploys more satellites. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 2 July 2026 The embarrassing episode also amplified questions about whether, in fact, Alito is contemplating retirement, a possibility some court watchers had already been discussing. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for watchers
  1. custodians
  2. observers
  3. guardians
  4. viewers
  5. guards
  6. spectators
  7. keepers
  8. wardens
Noun
  • Williams has never lacked interpreters, custodians, handlers, or rescuers with pruning shears.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2026
  • Some custodians give checkbooks to IRA owners.
    — Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of custodians
Noun
  • Sky observers say the Fourth of July is when the shortening of days becomes noticeably more rapid.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
  • Diarists and observers, including hymn writer John Newton and militia officers, often treated the event as an omen reflecting the gravity of the Revolution.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of observers
Noun
  • This winning series captures a row of poplar trees planted along the banks of the River Po in Italy, which are natural guardians against flooding, now standing immersed in perfectly still water beneath soft, diffused light.
    — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • After July 4, parents, guardians, grandparents and others can also contribute up to $5,000 a year.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Definition of guardians
Noun
  • Along with performances from artists spanning country, pop and R&B, viewers can experience a massive fireworks and drone show choreographed to a live score by the Grammy Award-winning Nashville Symphony.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Now, viewers will get a glimpse at just what today’s computers can see.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of viewers
Noun
  • The Lakers were eliminated by Oklahoma City, who relied on standout performances from young guards Jared McCain and Ajay Mitchell to overcome a quiet series from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and an injury to Jalen Williams.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Armed guards routinely patrol outside synagogues, Jewish community centers and schools.
    — John Blake, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of guards
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  • Whenever someone reaches the top of the 25-meter (82-feet) cliff — often for the first time — spectators, instructors and climbers break into applause.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • But the nation’s summer has been an utter slog, lacking the identity and joy on the pitch that spectators have come to expect.
    — Doha Madani, NBC news, 5 July 2026
Definition of spectators
Noun
  • Other times, lackluster crosses in crucial moment allowed for easy cleanup by the keepers.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
  • Without keepers present for daily maintenance in the oft-harsh and briny air, many fell into disrepair and were considered excess property by the federal government, which did not set aside much money for preservation.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of keepers
Noun
  • At least two Colorado prison wardens participated in a racist, homophobic group chat on both personal and work cellphones for years, prompting an internal investigation into their conduct that has stretched for 15 months.
    — Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 29 June 2026
  • The juvenile bear’s wander across campus late Thursday and early Friday prompted an advisory to students and a search by UC Davis police and wardens from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as well as Yolo County Animal Control.
    — Allison Gibson, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Definition of wardens

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