keep close
Example Sentences
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Investors will keep close tabs on any developments related to China’s rare-earth exports to the U.S.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
Speaking to reporters after a meeting with G-7 finance ministers, she said Japan would keep close communications with the U.S. about the currency market.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 27, 2026
“I understand as a law enforcement officer, you’re privy to certain things you want to keep close to the chest,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2025
Silihtau and her colleagues don’t have the time or staff to keep close track of how many locally acquired malaria cases have been treated at the hospital over the past year.
From Salon ● Jun. 3, 2024
Uncle Andrew came with her; not because he wanted to see but because he wanted to keep close to the children—there might be a chance of stealing their rings.
From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis
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