Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
keep a close eye on someone
idiom
/kiːp ə kloʊs aɪ ɒn ˈsʌmwʌn/
Definition
To watch someone attentively and carefully.
Examples
- As a teacher, it’s important to keep a close eye on students during the exam.
- Parents often keep a close eye on their children when they are playing outside.
- She decided to keep a close eye on her investments after the market fluctuated.
Meaning
This phrase means to monitor or observe someone closely, often to ensure they are safe or to see what they are doing.
Synonyms
- monitor
- watch over
- supervise
- observe
- keep tabs on
