Thesaurus results for KEEP AN EYE ON

keep an eye on

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Definition of keep an eye on

as in monitor

to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose Can you keep an eye on the biscuits so they don't burn?

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Recent Examples of keep an eye on The broad overlapping peaks make the Taurids less about watching on one particular night and more about keeping an eye on the night sky for several weeks. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026 The playoffs are a tall task in 3-5A Division II with powers such as Colleyville Heritage, Lucas Lovejoy and Argyle, but keep an eye on the Mustangs to make a dent in the gap. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Oct. 2026 And a fall breeze isn’t all there is, a tropical storm will help squeeze out some raindrops worth keeping an eye on into early next week. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, keep an eye on your possessions and money to avoid loss, theft or damage. — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for keep an eye on

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“Keep an eye on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keep%20an%20eye%20on. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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