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What does "stand watch" mean? How does this two verb come in a row?

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Rebecca

To "stand watch" means to stand in a position and guard or watch someone or something in order to look for possible danger and or threats. Ex: There's a soldier standing watch by the door. Ex: Okay. Stand watch and let me know when mom arrives.

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