Angličtina na iDNES.czExample: "Our boss said to keep an eye out for new sales growth opportunities," or "You look over there and keep an eye out for Joe. If you see him, call me immediately."
In these examples, the expression "to keep an eye out for" something is not literal, it is instead what is called a figure of speech.
Aye Aye or Aye Aye, Sir
The phrase "aye aye" is older English for "yes, yes." This is something people used to say when they were acknowledging something or confirming that they understood it or would do it.
This expression is still used much in the military, especially in the navy. In modern ordinary "street" English, people never really use this phrase unless they are being (ironically) sarcastic.
Eye on the Ball
When someone is supposed to "keep their eye on the ball," this means that they are supposed to remain or stay focused and not lose sight of their objectives. Examples:
"Our boss said for us to keep our eye on the ball. It is vital that we make our numbers before this business quarter ends."
When someone takes their eye off the ball, this means that they lost their focus or perhaps got distracted. Either way, they were not paying attention, and missed whatever happened.
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