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as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
put the house keys into a neighbor's secure keeping while they were on vacation
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as in hands
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
my aunt has all of our family's old photographs in her keeping
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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
the keeping of religious laws and traditions
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as in shape
a state of being or fitness
the estate hasn't been in good keeping since the owner suffered financial reverses
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as in celebrating
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
keep the Sabbath by not working
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as in retaining
to continue to have in one's possession or power
the money is yours to keep keep my secret and don't tell it to anyone
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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
make sure you keep your promise to help out at the homeless shelter
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as in storing
to place somewhere for safekeeping or ready availability
I keep extra toothbrushes for unexpected overnight guests
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as in supporting
to pay the living expenses of
agreed to keep both of their children in off-campus housing until they graduated and found jobs
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as in managing
to look after and make decisions about
enlisted a relative to keep the store while she was away
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as in controlling
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
try to keep your composure no matter what happens
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as in protecting
to drive danger or attack away from
may God bless and keep you
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Recent Examples of keeping
Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Early cultures, including Native American tribes, looked to the heavens for time keeping, spiritual beliefs and navigation.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Caroline Whistler, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Its linen construction allows for natural ventilation, keeping you comfortable on toasty days.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
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Sports Illustrated also impacted the depth of journalistic coverage devoted to sports and recognized an audience willing to pay for content beyond the record-keeping of winners and losers.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Early cultures, including Native American tribes, looked to the heavens for time keeping, spiritual beliefs and navigation.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
Providers care far more about keeping a contract than earning extra payments.
—Caroline Whistler, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Its linen construction allows for natural ventilation, keeping you comfortable on toasty days.
—Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeping
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The Washington Post reported that her daughter, Amy Elizabeth, was born on June 27, 1984, and the state of Oregon took custody of her before she was adopted and renamed.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Fresno man murdered children during police standoff Mass murderer and child rapist Marcus Wesson murdered nine of his children in 2004 during a custody dispute that led to a police standoff in Fresno.—
Alexiah Syrai Olsen,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2026
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My hands and fingers, like hers, have learned the territory and just get on with the job.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Gentle cleanse with a fragrance-free, non-stripping cleanser (use hands, lukewarm water).—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
18 May 2026
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In addiction medicine, this type of frequent patient contact would be invaluable for informational purposes as well as successful adherence to treatment plans.—
Steve D. Klein,
STAT,
14 May 2026
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As one of the negative philosophies, pessimism, in its adherence to radical openness, is also marked by its anti-systematic nature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
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December 22 – January 19 A creative idea could click into shape with satisfying precision today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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Currently at its lowest price in 30 days is this $29 windbreaker that features a similar color and shape to Moore’s.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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With the couple on the cusp of celebrating their eighth wedding anniversary on May 19, the question is getting a lot of attention once again.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
17 May 2026
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Nita Ambani, regarded as one of India’s most influential women, attended an event celebrating the return of the Indian Pavilion to the Biennale wearing sculptural Wallace Chan earrings.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Decisions must be made about retaining potential UFA blueliners Trouba, Gudas and John Carlson.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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This strategy allows investors to collect premium income while retaining a window for capital appreciation, a necessary feature when a stock exhibits the fundamental and technical strength currently seen in XOM.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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The web of hospitality here binds residents of all ages together for a fulfilling and memory-rich lifestyle.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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Lee began working under Price in June 2023 as a public information officer, a position charged with communicating with journalists, disseminating information to the public and fulfilling public records requests.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
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Dry the board completely with clean paper towels, or stand it upright to air dry fully before storing.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
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This multipurpose dog water bottle also has compartments for storing treats and poop bags.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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“Keeping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeping. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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