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 In This Article Maintaining a beautiful lawn and garden often means keeping an eye on and managing pesky weeds that crop up intermittently. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 22 Aug. 2026 If his time at PSG is over, many will be keeping an eye on which club his development continues at. — Andy Jones, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 Here’s what pet owners should know when their dog’s rear starts raising questions, and what to keep an eye on before turning the other cheek. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026 Running back Ezra Nyhan is another skill player to keep an eye on. — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 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 30 Aug. 2026.

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