to look for something specific · to watch for something to appear
Imagine you're browsing shops, but you also have a friend's wish list in mind! ✨ This phrase is perfect when you're casually looking for something specific, or just keeping a lookout for a good deal or a particular item that might pop up. It's like being a detective, but for shopping!
When would you most appropriately use 'to keep an eye out for something'? A. 🛍️ When you've already found the perfect item and are paying for it. B. 🚪 When you are leaving a store empty-handed because nothing interested you. C. 👀 When you are going shopping and hoping to spot a particular item you've been wanting.
💡 **Pro-Tip!** You can use this for anything, not just shopping! 'Could you keep an eye out for my keys?' or 'I'm keeping an eye out for job openings.' It implies a sustained, but not necessarily urgent, vigilance. It's a friendly way to ask someone for help or to express your own search.