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Definitions

watch out

VERB

beware

Synonyms

STRONGEST

heed take care

STRONG

attend avoid mind notice shun

WEAK

be cautious be wary guard against keep eyes open keep on one's toes keep one's distance look out mind p's and q's refrain from steer clear of take heed walk on eggs watch one's step

Antonyms

STRONG

disregard face ignore meet neglect

WEAK

court invite risk take on

VERB

heed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hear listen obey observe take to heart

STRONG

attend baby-sit catch consider dig follow hark hearken mark mind note regard see sit spot watch

WEAK

be aware be guided by bear in mind do one's bidding follow orders get a load of give ear keep eye peeled keep tabs mind the store pay attention pick up ride herd on stay in line take notice of toe the line watch one's step watch over watch the store

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore

STRONG

disregard forget misunderstand neglect not get overlook

VERB

look out

Synonyms

WEAK

be alert be careful be on guard beware check out have a care heads up hearken keep an eye out keep tabs listen mind notice pay attention peg pick up on scope shotgun size up spot spy

Antonyms

WEAK

disregard ignore neglect

VERB

mind

Synonyms

STRONGEST

tend

STRONG

trouble watch

WEAK

be cautious be concerned be on guard be solicitous be wary have a care mind one's p's and q's take care toe the line watch one's step

Antonyms

WEAK

disregard forget ignore neglect

Example Sentences

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The Ugandan Wildlife Authority urged drivers to watch out for animals crossing the roads.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The IRS is warning people to watch out for scams related to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Many fitness professionals advise people to watch out for unaccredited trainers who increase the current too quickly or make it too strong.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Whatever happens, it’s going to be big and something investors should watch out for.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Better watch out, or else I'll get them to send your butt to the moon!

From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson

watch out

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