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Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom. The mother requested the nurse to keep an eye on the baby while she went for tea.
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Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.
The mother requested the nurse to keep an eye on the baby while she went for tea.

A.

Keep informed

B.

Mistreat

C.

Watch and take care

D.

Watch for the arrival or appearance

Correct option is C


Option (c) "Watch and take care" is the correct meaning of the idiom "keep an eye on."
· The idiom "keep an eye on" means "to watch and take care." In the given sentence, the mother requests the nurse to monitor and look after the baby while she is away.
· Example: Can you keep an eye on the oven while I answer the phone?

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