keep an eye on

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Definition of keep an eye onnext
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 Here are 10 titles to keep an eye on at this year’s festival. — Essie Assibu, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 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 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 1 Nov. 2026.

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