KEEPING UP Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in holding up

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verb

present participle of keep up

as in surviving

to continue to operate or to meet one's needs let's hope that old air conditioner keeps up through this heat wave

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as in preserving

to keep in good condition kept the house up while the owners were gone

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as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state let's hope this beautiful weather keeps up for the rest of our vacation

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Recent Examples of keeping up

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Some respondents have opted to reduce their plan contributions or borrow from their 401(k)s to meet other financial goals, such as reducing debt, paying for emergency expenses or keeping up with rising living costs, according to the results. — Lorie Konish, CNBC, 15 July 2026 But rookie Brandon Valenzuela admitted recently that he's had some trouble keeping up with the evolving celebrations. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The authors recommended keeping up the funding, though the report didn’t elaborate on extending those initiatives. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 July 2026 Both Faulstich and the couple’s son, Matt Gates, praised their father’s commitment to routine, both in keeping up the tradition of the Peachtree Road Race and life in general. — Andre Butso, AJC.com, 2 July 2026 In the sweet family snap, Mahomes posed wearing a no-fuss crossbody sling bag that’s ideal for staying hands-free — and keeping up with her and Patrick Mahomes’ three children, Sterling, Bronze, and Golden. — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Nowadays, Monson de Kansky still keeps busy, whether by managing the Sierra Madre property; spending time with her four children, six grandchildren and cat, Lizzie; keeping up with current affairs and old friends; or, naturally, teaching dance. — Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026 DeBolt, who’d been keeping up with his adventures on Facebook, was especially concerned when Alberti faced flooding in Thailand that forced him to wait out dangerous water levels for days. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026 This can sometimes take months and requires keeping up with soil amendments so the plant doesn't revert back to its old hue. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 20 June 2026

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Conversely, founders solely focused on money often burn out, lacking the profound commitment needed to build enduring companies and create lasting legacies.

— Christine Haughney Dare-Bryan, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Another is Judge Sweeney bypassing a temporary restraining order (TRO) to issue a more lasting preliminary injunction (PI).

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of lasting

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The surviving victims were all stabilized, except for one, who was in serious condition, according to a spokesperson for the University of Washington’s Harborview Medical Center.

— Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 26 July 2026
When an owner dies, the insurance proceeds provide the cash to purchase the deceased owner’s interest without forcing the business—or the surviving owners—to borrow money or sell assets.

— Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of surviving

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Bauman wrote that more than 155,000 condominium associations provide homes for millions of Americans, and preserving the safety of these communities is a responsibility that extends far beyond any single building or neighborhood.

— Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Cooper said current plans include preserving the church’s organ to become an artifact in the museum.

— Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of preserving

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Originally famed for the company’s organs that swelled Detroit theaters and churches, the situation became perilous after Wurlitzer and the remaining tenants all left by 1982.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
His catalog has aged remarkably well, continuing to find new listeners while remaining deeply meaningful to longtime fans.

— Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026

Definition of remaining

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Against that backdrop, Cunningham has become one of the league's few prominent players willing to publicly challenge the prevailing view on transgender participation in women's sports.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
Once the signing with the Vikings was official, one of Murray’s coaches with the Cardinals, who requested anonymity to be candid about a former player, put the prevailing opinion bluntly.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Definition of prevailing

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Most undergo breast-conserving surgeries known as a lumpectomy, while fewer than 30% undergo mastectomies.

— Martha Ross, Mercury News, 30 July 2026
The incidents highlight ongoing challenges in protecting California's marine resources and reinforce CDFW's commitment to conserving the state's wildlife and fisheries for future generations.

— Denis Akbari, USA Today, 29 July 2026

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Venture capital and investors more generally are eager to spend heavily in the latest technologies, especially with the AI race continuing to heat up.

— Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
His catalog has aged remarkably well, continuing to find new listeners while remaining deeply meaningful to longtime fans.

— Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026