keep out
Britishverb
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to remain or cause to remain outside
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to remain or cause to remain unexposed to
keep out of the sun
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to avoid or cause to avoid
the boss is in an angry mood, so keep out of her way
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Example Sentences
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Because she deserves to be free of his secrets: Ones she has been forced to keep out of fear of him, but also of us.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
The proposal would also eliminate six seats for nonlawyers, though it purports to keep out “former bar insiders,” and it would make the process less transparent.
From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026
It's equally important to remember what to keep out of your dishwasher, adds Andrew.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, wrapped up Barcelona's triumph with a free-kick which Kotarki got down to but could not keep out.
From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026
He rolled close to his little brother and tucked the edge of the coverlet under his body to keep out the cold that seeped up through the straw ticking.
From "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong
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