keeping (to) 1 of 2

Definition of keeping (to)next
present participle of keep (to)

keeping to

2 of 2

phrase

present participle of keep to

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeping (to)
Verb
  • For Red Sox fans, Worthington’s passing serves as a reminder of a unique baseball figure whose career connected multiple historic franchises, a World Series championship, and a reputation for standing by his principles throughout a Hall of Fame-caliber baseball life.
    Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • The judge who presided over the high-profile murder trial of Karmelo Anthony is standing by one of the case's most controversial decisions, saying keeping cameras out of the courtroom was necessary to ensure a fair trial.
    Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Verb
  • The defending Western Conference champs pick up Quaintance, a defensive-minded bruiser with size and athleticism who projects to be a center or power forward on the next level.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 24 June 2026
  • When the odds opened for the upcoming title fight, the defending champ was a -300 favorite over the +250 challenger.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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“Keeping (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeping%20%28to%29. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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