| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Watchful, ready (2,3,5) | ||
| Watchful for danger, attack (2,3,5) | ||
| Drinking, right, but remaining vigilant | The Guardian Cryptic | 04 May 2023 |
| Staying vigilant | New York Times | 18 Feb 2023 |
| Wary | LA Times Daily | 11 Mar 2017 |
| Wary | The Washington Post | 11 Mar 2017 |
| Open-eyed | ||
| Ready for trouble | ||
| Ready |