Keep an eye on / out

29/04/2025 12 min Temporada 1 Episodio 14
Keep an eye on / out

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Keep an eye on / out Learn the English expression, "Keep an eye on / out"Have you heard the expressions, "keep an eye on" and "keep an eye out"? They're both about watching, but without giving your full attention. Here's what I mean. If you're making rice, you should keep an eye on the stove. You don't have to stare at it the whole time, but you don't want to forget about it either. Watch it, but don't give it your full attention.Likewise, if you're expecting a package, you should keep an eye out for the delivery driver. You don't have to wait at the door all day. But just be aware that the delivery truck might come.See what I mean? "Keep an eye on" and "keep an eye out" are both about watching, but without giving your full attention.--Practice: Read the transcript of this episode, take a quiz, and practice using "Keep an eye on / out": https://plainenglish.com/expressions/keep-an-eye-on-out ---Like this episode? Sign up to our free e-mail course on English expressions: https://plainenglish.com/essential-expressions-course--What is Plain English? Plain English is the modern way to upgrade your English skills with short English lessons. No time for long classes? No problem. Our lessons are short, interactive, and fun. They help you improve your English listening, learn new words, and speak English with more confidence. Sign up for free at: https://PlainEnglish.com/Or subscribe to our English-learning podcast about current events and trending topics: https://plain-english.captivate.fm/listenMentioned in this episode:Leave us a rating or review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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