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keep one's head on a swivel
Verb
idiomatic
intransitive
Japanese Meaning
常に警戒し、周囲の状況を注意深く見回している状態を表す。 / 油断せず、いつでも注意を怠らない態度でいることを意味する。 / 周囲の変化にすぐ対応できるよう、意識を高く持っている状態を示す。
（ present singular third-person ）
（ participle present ）
（ participle past ）
（ past ）
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(intransitive, idiomatic, (with for
)) To be on the alert, to be watchful.
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keep one's head on a swivel
In the dimly lit alley, it's wise to keep one's head on a swivel for any sudden movement.
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In the dimly lit alley, it's wise to keep one's head on a swivel for any sudden movement.
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