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Waiting in for a delivery B1

Stuck at home for a parcel and watching for the van.

turn up — arrive unexpectedlyA: Did anyone see Sarah at the party?
B: Yeah, she turned up really late, just as we were leaving.

look out for — watch forA: Did you see my friend arrive?
B: Not yet, but I’ll look out for her.

keep an eye on — watch carefullyA: I'm going to the kitchen for a minute. Can you keep an eye on the kids?
B: Sure, I'll watch them.

Has it come yet?

A: Has the parcel come yet?

B: Not yet. The driver said it'd be here by twelve, but he's not turned up.

A: Typical. Can you keep an eye on the door while I'm in the shower?

B: Yeah, go on. I'll shout if I hear the van.

Nipping out for a bit

A: I'm just popping to the shop. Look out for the courier, will you?

B: Course. What's it look like?

A: Big white van, usually turns up round the back.

B: Right, I'll keep an eye on the window. Won't miss it.

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