Keep an eye on...

10th December 2024

This expression means that sombody is watching something or checking it at regular intervals.

Usage

Written:

Yes

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

When we go on holiday, we always ask our neighbours to keep an eye on the house.

Yes that's one of the advantages of living in a city I suppose.

Example 2

Could you just keep an eye on my things while I go to the toilet?

Okay, but I'm only going to be here for another five minutes.