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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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
Like a brave little soldier, Caroline Darian keeps up appearances.
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Time, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
Medical innovations can save lives, but only if communication keeps up.
—Dannell D. Boatman, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
So, cinnamon sugar popcorn keeps up with your go-go-go energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
The 36-year-old also keeps up a rigorous touring schedule, currently performing a Las Vegas residency in partnership with the Tao Group.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2025
Time, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
Medical innovations can save lives, but only if communication keeps up.
—Dannell D. Boatman, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
So, cinnamon sugar popcorn keeps up with your go-go-go energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
The 36-year-old also keeps up a rigorous touring schedule, currently performing a Las Vegas residency in partnership with the Tao Group.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeps up
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The real advantage is lifespan — a Scrub Daddy lasts weeks instead of days, which is where most reusable alternatives fail.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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Like anything that lasts and actually has meaning, it was created by people who genuinely loved something.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The budget, which must be approved by the City Council, also preserves the same level of services delivered by Inside Safe, the mayor’s signature program to fight homelessness.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The project is an unusual exercise in restraint by its architects, one that preserves the character of the old building while allowing Yollocalli’s young users — ages 13 to 24 — to leave their own marks on the design.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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When delivered as intended, hospice remains one of the most compassionate and effective models of care in our healthcare system.—
Tom Koutsoumpas,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Among them was Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, which entirely terminated all its gender affirming services for minors in July and remains the only major California institution to have done so.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Experiments are also being conducted to ensure the technology survives the rigors of daily use, aiming for a lifespan of over one million cycles.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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The fact that this work survives is an exhilarating triumph.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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This approach conserves underground water resources.—
SJ Studio,
Footwear News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Regular descaling helps prevent costly repairs, extends the lifespan of your washing machine, and conserves energy.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
14 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, enthusiasm around artificial intelligence continues to provide a powerful tailwind for equities, particularly in technology-heavy markets.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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This week, The Run-Through continues its spring theater coverage!—
Alex Jhamb Burns,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
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In Nebraska, assume that Dan Osborn prevails over incumbent Republican Senator Pete Ricketts.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
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However, even if Mendoza Hernandez prevails, he may not be released.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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The department maintains a library that gets no visitors most weeks.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Keeps up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeps%20up. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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