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On the Qui Vive 1100 Words You Need Week 23 Day 2

On the Qui Vive

On the Qui Vive

Definition

on the alert or lookout, alert and vigilant, circumspect, watchful, on your guard, attentive, observant, wary, cautious, aware, heedful

Example

At its root, the phrase “Qui Vive?” has always been a sentry’s challenge — basically asking the question, “Whose side are you on?” to those approaching the palace gates. In recent times its definition has evolved to mean “alert” or “on the lookout,” “vigilant” and “watchful.” In today’s post-modern vernacular, one might say “woke.”

Source: https://www.quiviveglobal.com/

Antonyms

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