in keeping with

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.

Example Sentences

And, in keeping with the region's tenacity, his own career has also been a study in upsetting the odds - he admits to never truly expecting to be playing in the Champions League.

From BBC

The statue was not treated kindly upon its removal, said the rep from Secret Handshake, who requested not to be named in keeping with the anonymous nature of the group’s activism.

From Los Angeles Times

But, like Fitzpatrick and in keeping with the European team's careful PR approach, Lowry attempted to avoid any incendiary comments on Thursday.

From BBC

Ultimately, Redford preferred characters that were a little offbeat - in keeping with his passion for independent cinema.

From BBC

First, the president’s public attitudes about women are in keeping with the misogyny behind Pashcow’s attempt at humor.

From Salon

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