watched (for) (Meaning)

watched (for)

to look for (someone or something expected), to look for (something that one wants to get or use)

No weak antonyms found.

I watched for signs of trouble as I cautiously approached the dark alley.
She watched for her opportunity, ready to seize control when it presented itself.
The hunter watched for his prey, his patience tested as the hours passed.
I watched for the bus, my anticipation growing with each passing minute.
They watched for danger, scanning their surroundings with vigilant eyes.
The scientist watched for the chemical reaction, observing the bubbling liquid intently.
The parents watched for their child, their hearts pounding with worry as they waited for his return.
The meteorologist watched for the approaching storm, analyzing radar data and forecasting its impact.
I watched for the perfect moment to ask her out, hoping that she would be receptive.
The police watched for any suspicious activity, their presence serving as a deterrent to crime.

to look for (someone or something expected), to look for (something that one wants to get or use)

hoped (for), anticipated,expected, awaited,looked forward to, predicted, waited (for), counted (on or upon), looked for, relied (on or upon)

questioned,doubted,

I watched for signs of trouble as I cautiously approached the dark alley.

She watched for her opportunity, ready to seize control when it presented itself.

The hunter watched for his prey, his patience tested as the hours passed.

I watched for the bus, my anticipation growing with each passing minute.