keep in

phrasal verb

kept in; keeping in; keeps in

: to not show or express (something, such as an emotion)

You shouldn't keep your anger in all the time.

: to continue to provide (someone) with (something needed or wanted)

It's very expensive keeping my children in clothes that fit.

Examples of keep in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Mines had been kept in operation with subsidies as a way to provide jobs. —

Maria Varenikova Nicole Tung, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2024 If this generator makes your shortlist, keep in mind that installation by a certified and licensed electrician is a part of the deal. —

Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2024 Syrup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. —

Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 17 Apr. 2024 Republicans proposed increasing what had been a $100 fee to $175, which Evers kept in the budget. —

Journal Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2024 What Salesforce has done to implement ‘mindful friction’ Salesforce has started keeping in check potential biases in its own use of AI. —

Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2024 Also keep in mind that ibuprofen is sometimes added to certain cold medications, such as Sudafed PE Head Congestion and Pain Relief, so always read the ingredient list on medications before using them. —

Melinda Wenner Moyer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2024 Just keep in mind the ratio of two parts tequila and one part fresh lime juice as your general guideline. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024 The two kept in touch and got more acquainted online. —

Essence, 4 Apr. 2024

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