in keeping with

Idioms  

1. Conforming to, in harmony with, as in The new wing is in keeping with the house's original architecture, or His actions are not in keeping with his words. This expression uses keeping in the sense of “harmony,” as does its antonym, out of keeping with, as in The funeral arrangements were out of keeping with the family's wishes. [c. 1800] Also see in key; in line.

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Example Sentences

Sala argued that a treatment program would be the best option for Scrivner, in keeping with the intent of the Legislature.

From Los Angeles Times

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the operation was in keeping with the blockade “against all dark fleet vessels.”

From Salon

He said that his tough management style was in keeping with how Hollywood worked in the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, particularly under MCA bosses Lew Wasserman and Sid Sheinberg.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We have been in direct contact with the hotel, and they have apologized for the actions of their team, which was not in keeping with their policies,” the Hilton spokeswoman said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The second day of this finale was in keeping with what came before.

From BBC

Related Words

• in accord with
• in accordance with
• in agreement with