vigilant
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He understands how to keep viewers vigilant, how to shock them and startle them as soon as they think they know where he’s headed.
From Salon ● Oct. 9, 2026
“The National Security Division and U.S. Attorney’s Offices, along with the FBI and other law enforcement partners, will remain vigilant against threats like this on our soil.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
In the meantime, if everyone remains vigilant and ready, we should make it safely to January.
From Slate ● Oct. 5, 2026
However, there is little doubt of the need to remain vigilant to guard against unexpectedly strong inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
His eyes, though completely still, somehow seemed the most vigilant.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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