Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

follow-closely

Verb
/ˈfɒloʊ ˈkloʊsli/
Definition
To keep close behind someone or something; to pay careful attention to someone’s actions or to conform closely to a process or a set of instructions.
Examples
  • During the lecture, the students were advised to follow closely to grasp the complex concepts.
  • She needed to follow closely with the recipe to ensure her cake turned out perfectly.
Meaning
The phrase ‘follow-closely’ implies not just physical proximity but also attentiveness, ensuring that one is observing or adhering to the nuances of what is being done or said.
Synonyms
  • Follow closely behind
  • Keep close tabs
  • Adhere
  • Pay close attention