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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Although the bacterium can contaminate many types of food, cheeses or deli meats that are kept in cold storage for long periods in stores or at home are a place where listeria can keep growing.
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Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Just keep in mind that, other than the presence of Kristen Wiig, there’s precious little on offer for anyone who doesn’t drink beverages from a sippy cup.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
The gun was kept in the 9-year-old’s room, prosecutors said.
—Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2025
The options are limitless, so look for the one that will fit your personal style while also keeping in mind the following criteria.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Footwear News, 22 Sep. 2025
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Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Just keep in mind that, other than the presence of Kristen Wiig, there’s precious little on offer for anyone who doesn’t drink beverages from a sippy cup.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
The gun was kept in the 9-year-old’s room, prosecutors said.
—Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2025
The options are limitless, so look for the one that will fit your personal style while also keeping in mind the following criteria.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Footwear News, 22 Sep. 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 30 Sep. 2025.
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