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Enemies Friends Close Closer Idiom Means Keen Eye

Phrase/Idiom keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Definition This idiom means to keep a keen eye on enemies beyond what one might have on their friends.
Example As a politician you should keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

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