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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How To Freeze Butter for Longer Storage Freezing butter is a great way to extend its shelf life but there are a few things to keep in mind before simply tossing it into the freezer.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
But keep in mind that higher temperatures can lead to more wrinkling, Young notes.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
The bank’s former vault has been kept in place and will be utilized to store property and evidence.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
The only noise is the sound of our sneakers (keep in mind you can be fined for wearing flip-flops or other unfit shoes).
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 17 June 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
But keep in mind that higher temperatures can lead to more wrinkling, Young notes.
—Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
The bank’s former vault has been kept in place and will be utilized to store property and evidence.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
The only noise is the sound of our sneakers (keep in mind you can be fined for wearing flip-flops or other unfit shoes).
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 17 June 2025
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 2 Jul. 2025.
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