Example sentences of "and [verb] a [adj] eye on " in BNC.
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| 1 | Sean and Michael were there too , but they stood at the back looking usher-smart in new suits , and keeping a professional eye on the collecting plate . |
| 2 | ‘ You are very much mistaken , ’ he muttered , looking beyond them and keeping a close eye on his sister and Mitch as they rode along laughing and talking . |
| 3 | Parents like to see the headteacher 's initials on their child 's reading card , they appreciate that the head is taking a personal interest in their child 's progress and keeping a general eye on activities in classrooms . |
| 4 | But , though it is heartening to find an Iranian writer bravely grappling with the problems of exile and turning a critical eye on the values of both his native and adopted countries , Mr Ataie will write better plays when he admits the theatrical importance of contradiction and argument . |
| 5 | To a considerable extent , each republican or provincial national bank acts autonomously , and keeps a watchful eye on the financial position of its own republic or province . |
| 6 | Dr Nick Carey — everything about the Petrochemicals business is big and requires a sharp eye on future trends to maintain maximum profitability |
| 7 | Protect your back and keep a casual eye on those around you . |
| 8 | She will slow her pace down for them and keep a close eye on them as they amble along near her , but she will not let them get too far away from the home base . |
| 9 | Morgan , held big equity stakes in companies , had seats on the board and kept a close eye on management . |
| 10 | ‘ Our officers separated the two groups and kept a close eye on what was going on , ’ said the spokesman . |
| 11 | Jimmy seemed aware of that too , and kept a wary eye on him while he addressed Cardiff . |