qui vive

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Noun qui vive has 1 sense

alert, qui vive - condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action; "bombers were put on alert during the crisis"
--₁ is a kind of readiness, preparedness, preparation
--₁ has particulars: air alert; red alert; strip alert

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Qui Vive

Description:

Qui Vive is a French term that means a state of alertness or vigilance. It originated from military usage and is often used to describe being on guard or being watchful.

Sample Sentences:

Stay on the qui vive, we might encounter some unexpected challenges.
The security team is always on the qui vive to ensure everyone's safety.
He was caught off guard because he wasn't on the qui vive.

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