keep under
Britishverb
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to remain or cause to remain below (a surface)
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(tr, adverb) to cause to remain unconscious
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(tr, adverb) to hold in submission
Example Sentences
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She’s bearing witness to a human dilemma our culture would prefer to keep under wraps, but Ortega might just as easily be doing an audio essay or podcast.
From Los Angeles Times
Jeanie Buss has served as the Lakers' governor since that time - a position she's reportedly going to keep under the terms of the sale to Mr Walter.
From BBC
An early teaser trailer indicated that “Companion” could be a fun, freaky good time, while a more recent spate of promotion revealed the film’s central plot point that its initial marketing took care to keep under wraps.
From Salon
Vikki Howells, minister for further and higher education, called the changes to the EMA "a really generous package" which she wanted to "keep under review annually".
From BBC
The 20mph policy came into force in September 2023, which meant just over a third of all Welsh roads - most of those that were formerly 30mph roads - now have the lower default limit, even though those behind it don't expect drivers to rigidly keep under 20mph.
From BBC
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