keep out

phrasal verb

kept out; keeping out; keeps out

: to not enter a place

The sign on the door said "Keep out!"

: to stop or prevent (someone or something) from entering a place

The curtains help keep out the drafts.

Examples of keep out in a Sentence

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During my visit, its tall windows were blocked by heavy gold curtains, which were carefully pinned shut to keep out the light. —

Jon Lee Anderson, The New Yorker, 2 Dec. 2024 The jacket is made from a lightweight polyester material, features two front pockets to store your belongings, and a drawcord hood to keep out wind and rain. —

Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024 There’s nothing like an ultra-warm puffer jacket to keep out the winter chill, and the Aldridge Parka is both a stylish and functional choice at 26 percent off. —

Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024 This simple addition keeps out leaves, debris and insects. —

Claire Marks, Austin American-Statesman, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for keep out