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