noun phrasepl: keen watches
vigilância atenta
1. close and careful observation or monitoring of someone or something
The teacher kept a keen watch over the students during the exam.
A professora mantinha uma vigilância atenta sobre os alunos durante a prova.
2. alert supervision or surveillance to prevent something undesirable
The security team kept a keen watch for any suspicious activity.
A equipe de segurança mantinha uma vigilância atenta para qualquer atividade suspeita.
This phrase is commonly used in professional, educational, and security contexts in both American English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It conveys a sense of responsibility and attentiveness, often implying protection or prevention of unwanted outcomes.
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