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Vigilance

Noun:

1. The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Example: The security guards maintained utmost vigilance throughout the night to ensure the safety of the building.

2. (Historical) A period of wakefulness or watchfulness, especially at night; a night watch.

Example: During the Middle Ages, knights performed viglances to protect their sleeping comrades and prevent surprise attacks.

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