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
  • No matter which way the wind blows, Morgan Wallen is standing by his decision.
    Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 7 June 2026
  • The Hurricane Hunter fleet is standing by to be deployed this season if any storms approach the United States.
    Scott Withers, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Verb
  • The park is also home to the Groton Monument, which is dedicated to the American soldiers who died while defending the fort.
    USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
  • At that point, Brazil—the defending champions who would go on to win the tournament—leads 2-1 on a pair of goals by Garrincha.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 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 11 Jun. 2026.

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