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watchful

/wɑtʃfəl/

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1 · adjective

paying close attention in order to notice danger or change

警惕的；留心的

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The watchful guard noticed a door left open after closing time.
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警觉的保安注意到关门后有一扇门还开着。
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Pronunciation: /wɑtʃfəl/

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