1
as in celebrated
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
keep the Sabbath by not working
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2
as in retained
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 fulfilled
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 maintained
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 managed
to look after and make decisions about
enlisted a relative to keep the store while she was away
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as in contained
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 protected
to drive danger or attack away from
may God bless and keep you
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Recent Examples of kept
Despite some wage growth, incomes haven’t kept pace with persistent inflation.
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Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
But somehow, the Valkyries went cold and the Storm kept fighting.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
Paddy Driscoll kicked the deciding extra point in the Cardinals’ 7-6 win and kept the Bears in poor field position all afternoon with his precision punts.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Deputies on the ground followed Kenon by car, while a sheriff's helicopter kept his vehicle in sight.
—James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
Khloe kept things more Monte Carlo-summer-esque, in a plunging halter top, black capri pants, and thong sandals.
—Vogue, 6 June 2026
On the back, a checkerboard heel detail kept the Vans language intact beneath the collaboration’s heavier decoration.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2026
All calls will be kept confidential.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 6 June 2026
For months, Schanzenbach kept this project to herself.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
But somehow, the Valkyries went cold and the Storm kept fighting.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
Paddy Driscoll kicked the deciding extra point in the Cardinals’ 7-6 win and kept the Bears in poor field position all afternoon with his precision punts.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Deputies on the ground followed Kenon by car, while a sheriff's helicopter kept his vehicle in sight.
—James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
Khloe kept things more Monte Carlo-summer-esque, in a plunging halter top, black capri pants, and thong sandals.
—Vogue, 6 June 2026
On the back, a checkerboard heel detail kept the Vans language intact beneath the collaboration’s heavier decoration.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2026
All calls will be kept confidential.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 6 June 2026
For months, Schanzenbach kept this project to herself.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kept
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The New York native celebrated enthusiastically with his teammates after scoring his first World Cup goal, a milestone moment in his international career.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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As Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0, fans waved their flags, cheered and celebrated the major event that will hit Kansas City in a matter of days.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Phillips retained his role as the first-team slot corner for most of the spring.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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At the same time, the Ellisons have retained Jeffrey Kessler to get in the legal octagon for them if the state throws down.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
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The standard must be whether outcomes justified the investment, promises were fulfilled, and measurable results were achieved.—
Michele Steeb,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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This bonus offer will be fulfilled as 20,000 ThankYou® Points, which can be redeemed for $200 cash back.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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To reduce the risk of an encounter with bears, the Mammoth Lakes Police Department and wildlife authorities advised the public to never approach bears, keep garbage securely stored, do not leave food outside, and keep dogs leashed and supervised.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Some employees weren’t using hair restraints, raw eggs were stored above ready-to-eat food and rodent droppings were found in the kitchen.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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Witt has maintained a close relationship with Sooners head coach Skip Johnson.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Baldoni denied the allegations and maintained that Lively's claims were false.—
Janelle Ash , Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Even in the 1970s, the RAND Corporation, a US thinktank, was investigating how Dassault managed to field advanced fighter jets on time and at a cost well below US manufacturers.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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The only time Team USA managed to put the ball in the net sooner was in 2002 against Portugal (29th minute) and in a 1930 meeting with Paraguay (15th minute).—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Verb
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The fire was 60% contained as of Thursday morning, according to Cal Fire.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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There was only brief debate — and none of it contained support for women pastors.—
Peter Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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However, in June 2025, a federal judge dismissed Baldoni's countersuit, ruling that many of the statements at issue were legally protected and that the claims did not meet the legal standards required to proceed.—
Janelle Ash , Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Peak whale watching season is between July and October—but resident pods of dolphins and sea turtles live in the warm, protected waters year-round.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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“Kept.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kept. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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