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as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
put the house keys into a neighbor's secure keeping while they were on vacation
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as in hands
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
my aunt has all of our family's old photographs in her keeping
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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
the keeping of religious laws and traditions
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as in shape
a state of being or fitness
the estate hasn't been in good keeping since the owner suffered financial reverses
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as in celebrating
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
keep the Sabbath by not working
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as in retaining
to continue to have in one's possession or power
the money is yours to keep keep my secret and don't tell it to anyone
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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
make sure you keep your promise to help out at the homeless shelter
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as in storing
to place somewhere for safekeeping or ready availability
I keep extra toothbrushes for unexpected overnight guests
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as in supporting
to pay the living expenses of
agreed to keep both of their children in off-campus housing until they graduated and found jobs
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as in managing
to look after and make decisions about
enlisted a relative to keep the store while she was away
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as in controlling
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
try to keep your composure no matter what happens
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as in protecting
to drive danger or attack away from
may God bless and keep you
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Recent Examples of keeping
Laura Gersony, The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024
Sky Harbor International Airport recorded 3.3 inches of precipitation in one day, the most in over 115 years of record keeping.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2024
Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
But as the world pays attention to the United States Presidential Election results, those who follow sports will certainly be keeping an eye on this big day.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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His wit, friendliness and humanity — even in the midst of vital political battles — have always been a reminder that public servants can't succeed without maintaining relationships and keeping perspective.
—Laura Gersony, The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024
Sky Harbor International Airport recorded 3.3 inches of precipitation in one day, the most in over 115 years of record keeping.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2024
Verb
The Glossier Deodorant is aluminum and baking soda-free and conditions skin with coconut oil while keeping your stink at bay.
—Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
But as the world pays attention to the United States Presidential Election results, those who follow sports will certainly be keeping an eye on this big day.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeping
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The hashtag is circulating in Iran after the 25-year-old woman disappeared in Tehran after being taken into custody by police, raising concerns about her treatment as the country continues to crack down on women who defy mandatory hijab laws.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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According to an arrest affidavit cited by WFAA, Williams was taken into custody at a hotel lobby after a witness reportedly spotted her.Nicole Acosta, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Federal judges denied two states’ requests to bar the Justice Department (DOJ) from dispatching lawyers to monitor adherence to federal voting rights laws on Election Day.Ella Lee, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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Philippi allegedly repeatedly espoused his adherence to white supremacist and accelerationist ideologies which promote the idea that a destabilizing terrorist attack on something like the nation's energy sectors could serve to incite unrest that leads to civil war, according to prosecutors.Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2024
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The precisely contoured shell shape provides a very close fit through the instep, ankles, and heel, but with enough curvature to encompass—rather than crush—bony protrusions.Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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But after Musk spent at least $119 million to get Trump elected and turned his platform into a MAGA megaphone — and then Trump won — the social media site’s real value is starting to take new shape.Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
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The hounds are celebrating Halloween early.Kelli Bender, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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Britney Spears is celebrating self-love in her latest social media post.Becca Longmire, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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The brick-and-mortar Sunny’s opened in Miami on Wednesday, with the owners retaining the original outdoor brick courtyard but complementing it with an indoor, white-tablecloth space.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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This allows the unique bezel to sing on its own while retaining a clean and approachable design elsewhere.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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Promoting competencies like understanding emotions, achieving positive goals and building relationships is key to a fulfilling life.Hashim Hayat, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Positive sources of joy can include fulfilling hobbies such as painting, playing a musical instrument, writing or gardening.Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Yet, supporting female entrepreneurs is just one piece of the puzzle.Kath Mackay, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Republic of Serbia is financially supporting the production.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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Ensuring Ongoing Value One challenge in switching to a subscription model is managing customers’ expectations around ongoing value.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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From building an online presence to managing client relationships and marketing your services, digital tools are your best friend.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Keeping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeping. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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