Keep your eye on the ball

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Meaning

Stay sharp or focused.

Origin

From 19th-century Britain, tied to sports; 'eye on ball' for focus, slang by 1880s in a tale for watch. A 1890s 'Times' uses it for a game.

Usage Examples

  • Keep your eye on the ball; don't drift.
  • Eye on the ball; stayed sharp.
  • Ball in sight; focused now.

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