We keep eyes on the ground to watch the construction site.
eyes on the ground
idiomOne or more observers in an area of interest.
The police kept eyes on the ground during the protest to ensure everyone stayed safe.
The commander insisted on maintaining eyes on the ground throughout the valley to monitor any unexpected movements from the opposing forces.
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all eyes
Watching alertly or attentively.
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all eyes and ears
Very attentive.
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babies in the eyes
The minute reflection which one sees of oneself in the eyes of another.
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bat one's eyes
To signal or feign by fluttering one's eyelids, as romantic interest.
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bawl one's eyes out
To cry, shed tears, weep loudly.
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believe one's eyes
To believe that something which one directly sees is truly the case.
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clap eyes on
To see; to lay eyes on.
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close one's eyes
To ignore something.