keep an eye on

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Synonyms of keep an eye onnext
: watch

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Blood tests and physical exams abound in midlife, but for brain aging, there are three biomarkers Tucker recommends keeping an eye on. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 14 Oct. 2026 The camera also supports troubleshooting and time-lapse recording, extending its usefulness beyond simply keeping an eye on a running print. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026 The key level to watch is $600 and gives one a trading set-up that is worth keeping an eye on. — Jay Woods, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026 Then keep an eye on your accounts after that free monitoring period ends. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for keep an eye on

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of keep an eye on was in 1577

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“Keep an eye on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20an%20eye%20on. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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