keep in

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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Meanwhile, keep in mind that needing to update your business systems is a sign the company is growing and becoming more sophisticated—qualities that tend to indicate success and create opportunities for further expansion. — Nellie Akalp, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026 Lee and Rogers kept in touch over email and connected on Facebook, giving Lee a peek into Rogers’ personal life, including photos of his family. — Eamon Javers, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026 Melissa Hancock And as ever, thanks for reading, and do keep in touch with your thoughts and ideas. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026 And this recipe for Better Than Takeout Fried Rice is one to keep in your back pocket. — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for keep in

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“Keep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20in. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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