keep a close watch/eye

idiom

: to watch closely
Keep (a) close watch/eye on the baby.

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The former Utah State wide receiver is one to keep a close eye on in training camp. Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 19 June 2025 While the Lakers have already been mentioned as a possible trade suitor for Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, there is another player to keep a close eye on. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025 These all ensure your duvet insert stays in place, but keep a close eye for hidden closures for a clean look to your bedspread. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 June 2025 For now, if your company meets the revenue requirements in SB 253 or SB 261 and has over $735,000 in annual sales in California or $73,500 in property in California, keep a close eye on this process. Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for keep a close watch/eye

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“Keep a close watch/eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20a%20close%20watch%2Feye. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

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