keep across
C1 formal inseparable transitive
In simple words
To make sure you always know what is happening with something.
Meanings
1 C1
idiomatic
formal
To maintain continuous awareness of a situation, project, or set of issues so that nothing is overlooked.
"It's your job to keep across the regulatory changes and flag anything that affects our operations."
Grammar: inseparable
2 C1
idiomatic
formal
To stay informed about the progress of a colleague's work or a shared project.
"Can you keep across what the design team is doing and let me know if there are any delays?"
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Primarily used in Australian and British business or professional contexts. Means to maintain awareness of something so nothing is missed. Less common than 'keep up with' or 'stay on top of' internationally.
Commonly used with
developments situation project issues changes news
Forms
Base
keep across
I/you/we/they
3rd person
keeps across
he/she/it
Past simple
kept across
yesterday
Past participle
kept across
have + pp
-ing form
keeping across
continuous
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