Stand Sentinel (Verb)
Meaning
Watch over so as to protect; "We must stand sentinel to protect ourselves"; "The jewels over which they kept guard were stolen".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- Soldiers stand sentinel at the heavily fortified border to deter any potential threats.
- In a world filled with dangers, we stand sentinel, shielding our families and homes from harm.
- Through unwavering determination, the team of scientists stands sentinel over their groundbreaking discovery to prevent its misuse.
- The brave firefighters stand sentinel to safeguard the nearby village from quickly spreading wildfires.
- Night watchmen stand sentinel over the grand city to protect its people from potential crime.