Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kept up (with)
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His timely return can ease the playmaking pressure on Luke Kennard, who filled in admirably in an emergency stretch with 31 assists in four games, and help handle the load next to James.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026 -
Hoda Kotb, Sheinelle Jones, and Laura Jarrett all filled in for Guthrie during her absence.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Apr. 2026
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Lopez clarified on Friday that the agency had informed Cal Fire on how to obtain search warrants with the county, but then backed away.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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The union also says it was not informed when FIFA hired OnLocation to be its official hospitality partner, operating food and beverage during games at the tournament, which means a new corporate entity has been inserted into the employment relationship.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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According to the indictment, Jones was paid $2,500 for a game in the Hamptons where he was instructed to cheat by paying close attention to others involved in the scheme.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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In a March 2025 executive order, the White House instructed the DOJ to apply the antitrust laws in the live-entertainment industry.—
Gail Slater,
Rolling Stone,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Broward School District notified 353 employees on Wednesday that their jobs will be eliminated after this school year as part of a cost-cutting reorganization plan.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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According to church officials, the federal government notified the organization in late March that the funding would be terminated.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Belif’s formula, however, has enlightened me to the benefits of an eye cream and has proven an essential component of my morning routine.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
14 Mar. 2026
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The 11 chapters of the book teach one how to seize every opportunity to become enlightened, even in the least possible place.—
Jue Liang,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2026
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Since the union authorized a strike, its leadership will take the motion to leadership at the USW’s Pittsburgh headquarters, though negotiators have kept Pittsburgh apprised since negotiations began, Beck said.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Rubio, however, has argued the administration has kept congressional leaders apprised.—
Ana Ceballos
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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McDavid reached 1,220 career points, passing Jeremy Roenick, Larry Murphy and Jean Beliveau to advance to 47th on the NHL list.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) and the United Steelworkers union have reached a tentative agreement, two weeks after the utility locked out 1,600 workers amid a contract dispute.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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At school, the student noticed the handgun inside their backpack and told a school counselor, according to the DA's office.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The section of roof at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s garage fell Wednesday, triggering a collapse across all seven levels, Mayor Cherelle Parker told reporters last week.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Kept up (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kept%20up%20%28with%29. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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