keep in
phrasal verb
kept in; keeping in; keeps in
1
: to not show or express (something, such as an emotion)
You shouldn't keep your anger in all the time.
2
: to continue to provide (someone) with (something needed or wanted)
It's very expensive keeping my children in clothes that fit.
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The Red Raiders only have two bigs, so foul trouble is something to keep in mind.
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Tobias Bass, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Whether selling to another investor, restructuring the asset or holding to benefit from appreciation, having a guide ensures investments are kept in conformity with long-term goals.
—Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Also, keep in mind that Dell offers an Intel variant (model 7440), priced similarly but with key differences in port selection, screen options, and standard features.
—PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025
Prince’s band, the Revolution, was kept in the dark about the whole enterprise.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Tobias Bass, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Whether selling to another investor, restructuring the asset or holding to benefit from appreciation, having a guide ensures investments are kept in conformity with long-term goals.
—Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Also, keep in mind that Dell offers an Intel variant (model 7440), priced similarly but with key differences in port selection, screen options, and standard features.
—PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025
Prince’s band, the Revolution, was kept in the dark about the whole enterprise.
—Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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“Keep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20in. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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