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as in celebrates
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
keep the Sabbath by not working
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as in retains
to continue to have in one's possession or power
the money is yours to keep keep my secret and don't tell it to anyone
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as in fulfills
to do what is required by the terms of
make sure you keep your promise to help out at the homeless shelter
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as in supports
to pay the living expenses of
agreed to keep both of their children in off-campus housing until they graduated and found jobs
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as in operates
to look after and make decisions about
enlisted a relative to keep the store while she was away
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as in contains
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
try to keep your composure no matter what happens
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as in protects
to drive danger or attack away from
may God bless and keep you
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Recent Examples of keeps
Utopia Bedding Quilted Comforter This Utopia Bedding comforter keeps my bed looking super fluffy and cloud-like and gives my bedroom an expensive look.
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Genevieve Cepeda, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Leave it to one of the best luggage brands to come out with a revolutionary zipper that is three times stronger than a traditional zipper, as well as an anti-microbial lining that keeps odor-causing bacteria from thriving.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Mike, played by a rangy, companionable Hugh Jackman, is a striving singer in Milwaukee who has battled the bottle, cannot consistently pay his mortgage, and keeps himself going by appearing at the state fair dressed up to look (and sound) like Don Ho.
—Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
Flexibility keeps momentum alive with less strain.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2026
That’s especially easy to do at this time of year, as the days are dark and gray and the cold keeps us indoors.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
If the property is not sold within 180 days, then Cash to Win keeps the remaining 30% holdback.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
Even at a high average annual value, the lack of years keeps mid-market teams in the mix.
—Patrick McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Framing this as curiosity, not control, builds trust and keeps the conversation ongoing.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Genevieve Cepeda, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Leave it to one of the best luggage brands to come out with a revolutionary zipper that is three times stronger than a traditional zipper, as well as an anti-microbial lining that keeps odor-causing bacteria from thriving.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Mike, played by a rangy, companionable Hugh Jackman, is a striving singer in Milwaukee who has battled the bottle, cannot consistently pay his mortgage, and keeps himself going by appearing at the state fair dressed up to look (and sound) like Don Ho.
—Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
Flexibility keeps momentum alive with less strain.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2026
That’s especially easy to do at this time of year, as the days are dark and gray and the cold keeps us indoors.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
If the property is not sold within 180 days, then Cash to Win keeps the remaining 30% holdback.
—Jeff Lazerson, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026
Even at a high average annual value, the lack of years keeps mid-market teams in the mix.
—Patrick McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Framing this as curiosity, not control, builds trust and keeps the conversation ongoing.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeps
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The menu celebrates Mexican staples prepared with care and authenticity.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Attorney celebrates his Mexican heritage through art A prominent Arizona attorney has amassed a collection of artwork that celebrates his Mexican heritage.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Denmark retains authority over the island’s defense, foreign policy, and economic matters.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Jan. 2026
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The sponsor retains responsibility for the content and holds the copyright to their material.—
Phan Khang,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Each member fulfills a different role.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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The move fulfills a commitment the organization made four years ago to increase the annual payout to $9 billion by this year.—
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
15 Jan. 2026
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The voltage difference that results, called the membrane potential, stores potential energy that can be released later.—
Elise Cutts,
Quanta Magazine,
12 Jan. 2026
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This Master Lock portable lockbox safely stores your credit cards, jewelry, and other small valuables.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Heddon supports major streaming services like Spotify Connect, TIDAL, AirPlay and Google Cast.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Sodium is a key mineral that helps balance fluids and supports muscle and nerve function, and salt is the main dietary source.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
20 Jan. 2026
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The spa Asian—specifically, Balinese—influences are again evident in the decor, massage techniques, and ingredients used at the 30,000-square-foot Mandara Spa, the Atlantis location of the beloved wellness brand that operates at resorts around the world and on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings.—
Jesse Ashlock,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Standing against them is notorious kingpin Bada Chaudhary (Sharad Kelkar), whose syndicate operates through layers of deceit through corridors in Saudi Arabia, Ethopia, Italy, Thailand and the UK.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
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Use Paint to Refresh Cracked Wood Start by cleaning the wood with hot, soapy water that contains a degreasing agent.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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DeFi advocates also want to ensure the market structure bill contains language allowing individuals to self-custody their crypto.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Labor Department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration determined in a federal whistleblower investigation that Balkan Express LLC violated the Surface Transportation Assistance Act, which protects commercial motor vehicle safety complaints, according to the release.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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Regular sweeping protects floors by removing gritty debris that can scratch and damage finishes.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Keeps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeps. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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