keep track

phrase

: to be aware of how something is changing, what someone is doing, etc.
There's so much going on that it's hard to keep track.
usually + of
Keep track of your little brother for me, will you?
It's her job to keep track of how the money is spent.
I watch the news to keep track of current events.

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Customers can download detailed financial reports to keep track of their spending and cash flow. Catherine Collins, USA Today, 26 July 2026 This year, Funko has a slew of convention exclusives, and even an expansive guide to keep track of them all. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026 In her dual role, Chastain switches seamlessly between her two personas while the rest of the family struggles to keep track of who’s who. Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 For aviation geeks or those who simply want to keep track of their plane’s unique flying data and route, squawk codes can be tracked on apps and websites like Flightradar24 and Flight Beacon. Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for keep track

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“Keep track.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20track. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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