vigil over

Examples (10)

• The husband maintained a constant vigil over his dying wife.
• The parents kept a round-the-clock vigil over their critically ill child.
• Security guards are expected to keep a strict vigil over the museum's priceless artifacts.
• A mother bird stood a tireless vigil over her nest of hatchlings.
• After the surgery, the nurse kept a close vigil over the patient's vital signs.
• The detective was assigned to maintain a discreet vigil over the suspect's residence.
• For weeks, the community held a solemn vigil over the missing hiker's last known location.
• Scientists must keep a careful vigil over the volcanic activity in the region.
• The shepherd's dog kept a watchful vigil over the flock throughout the night.
• It is crucial for leaders to keep a constant vigil over economic indicators to prevent crises.