- past progressive of keep.
Example Sentences
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If it was an audition to succeed Donald Trump in 2028, US Vice President JD Vance was keeping it low-key as he held a briefing at the White House on Tuesday.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
On Nov. 21, Urbina made the case that a “credible fear” was keeping her from going home.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
The Metropolitan Police said it was "early stages" and was "keeping an open mind as to the cause of the fire".
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Despite the earnings beats, UPS said it was keeping its full-year revenue guidance at approximately $89.7 billion, which implies 1.1% growth from 2025.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
I ignored him, I closed my eyes, trying to block out all the din around me and focusing only on the voices in my headset, where the Frenchman was keeping his agonized wait.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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