- present perfect progressive of keep.
Example Sentences
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Those state regulators have been keeping some of their thoughts to themselves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Both Thompson brothers said they have been keeping a close eye on the VIX futures curve, which has shown front-month contracts trading at a premium to contracts later out.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
The relatives have been keeping a low profile, said Etheart, who was born in the United States from parents who emigrated from Haiti in the 1990s.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
She added: "Pia and I have been keeping in touch and hopefully we will continue to do so."
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2025
Haldon Lac realized dazedly that she must have been keeping track of all the ships coming in and out of Epidram.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
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