keep on

verb

kept on; keeping on; keeps on

1

informal : to continue happening, doing something, working, etc.

The rain kept on throughout the day.

He talked and talked. At one point I thought he would keep on all night.

She kept on talking after I told her to be quiet.

2

: to continue to have (someone) as an employee

The chef was kept on even after the restaurant was sold.

Examples of keep on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Consumer expectations are rising, needs are evolving and the pace of innovation keeps on accelerating. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

Officials suggest that people always keep an eye on their pet while outside, and dogs should be kept on a leash. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026

Michael Reynolds of the Utah County Sheriff’s Office keeps on his office wall. — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2026

If a dog does come trick-or-treating, he or she should be kept on a short leash and outfitted in some reflective gear, and owners should be aware of their surroundings. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for keep on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon