stand watch

• Ficar de vigília, atento e guardando algo ou alguém, geralmente por um período determinado; usado frequentemente em contextos marítimos ou de segurança.

To remain alert and keep guard over something or someone, typically during a specific period of time, often used in nautical or security contexts.

1. Guard dutyB2formal

   To be on duty as a guard or lookout, especially during a specific period.

   Fazer vigília

   • The soldiers stood watch at the gate all night.
   • He was assigned to stand watch from midnight until dawn.
   • The security guard stood watch over the building.

2. Keep a careful eyeB2informal

   To observe something or someone carefully, often to prevent problems or danger.

   Ficar de vigia

   • She stood watch over the sleeping children.
   • The lifeguard stood watch over the crowded pool.
   • We need someone to stand watch while we unload the truck.