1
as in lasts
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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2
as in preserves
to keep in good condition
kept the house up while the owners were gone
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3
as in remains
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 keeps up
The 36-year-old also keeps up a rigorous touring schedule, currently performing a Las Vegas residency in partnership with the Tao Group.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeps up
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The code lasts until November 9, 2025.—
Christopher Murray
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17 Oct. 2025
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The program at the facility lasts 90 days, after which patients go to the second part of the Wisconsin Community Services program, called Unlimited Potential — an outpatient clinic to access therapy and other services.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This approach not only reduces waste but also creates an exclusive, fully traceable felt that preserves the softness, strength and versatility of the natural material while meeting the highest qualitative and technical standards.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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This protects the beta cells yet preserves the immune system’s overall ability to defend the body.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
14 Oct. 2025
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One person was arrested after blocking the roadway and refusing to move their vehicle, Lee said, adding that the person was later transported for medical reasons but remains subject to arrest.—
Stephanie Murray,
AZCentral.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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The protests come as the government remains shut down.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Oct. 2025
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Players take on the role of Enzo Favaro, a miner who survives a tunnel collapse and flees the pit after insubordinately attacking a cruel underboss.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The Creature survives, becomes smarter and even eloquent, and vengefully chases Frankenstein all the way to the Arctic.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
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Blowing a whistle, instead of yelling, also conserves energy.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside,
1 Oct. 2025
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The resort runs on 100% green power, has reduced its carbon footprint by 46%, and conserves millions of liters of water annually through advanced recycling and reduction measures.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Winter's wrath continues with another cold spell predicted for mid-February.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
21 Oct. 2025
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The company’s push for traceability continues, and Eastman is working toward compliance with the digital product passport regulations in both the European Union and China by 2028, aiming to provide both digital and physical traceability for its fibers.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
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Even here, the attention economy prevails.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
17 Oct. 2025
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In both nations, anger prevails for the injustices of those calling themselves saviors.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Oct. 2025
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Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dish This baking dish is crafted from durable stone that maintains even temperatures and prevents scorching.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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This DreamSky pick maintains the beloved look of an analog digital Timex, while covertly offering modern accoutrements like a dimmable LED display, a sleep timer, and a USB port.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Keeps up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeps%20up. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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