keeps up (with)

Definition of keeps up (with)next
present tense third-person singular of keep up (with)
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Verb
  • Now the same will be true for everyone who fills in the remainder of the coaching staff, both for the duration of this season and in the years to come.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
  • There, Sam unleashes reams upon reams of monologues about their past at a teary Mary, who fills in a few gaps.
    Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Cindy Kobold, an Arizona Public Service meteorologist, said the technology notifies them about 45 minutes faster on average than the first 911 call.
    Dorany Pineda, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
  • Meta already notifies parents when their teens discuss self-harm or suicide on Instagram.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • From bougainvillea pink to garden greens, see how nature informs designer Peter Dunham's fearless use of color and pattern.
    Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2026
  • Inside, the metal drive-mode knob is treated to a red anodized finish, which also informs the color of the contrast stitching, seatbelts, headrest embroidery, and piping.
    Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Verb
  • In it, Martin, who is curating the show, tells Elmo of the significance of the performance — and gets some help choosing the performers.
    Phil Helsel, NBC news, 14 May 2026
  • Turner tells him the story is already filed with the press.
    Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • The Navy regularly briefs Courtney on classified matters in his position as ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee’s Seapower subcommittee, which oversees the country’s top defense priority, the Columba ballistic missile submarines built by Electric Boat in Groton.
    Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2026
  • The trailer immediately briefs fans that season 10 is going to be an emotional rollercoaster.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The legislation, which won't take effect until after the November 2026 election, instructs the secretary of the Senate to place senators' paychecks on hold during the duration of any future federal government shutdowns.
    Lalee Ibssa, ABC News, 14 May 2026
  • The memo instructs creators who sign on to make new social media accounts under usernames that reflect their names or a nickname, avoiding brands, random numbers or anything that looks like spam.
    Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Verb
  • Parents can also rest easy knowing that the infotainment system includes automatic 911 emergency assistance technology that contacts first responders in the event of a collision.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 May 2026
  • Agencies recruit clients, assign photographers when a client contacts the agency, pay the bills, and handle contracts.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Coleman also advises not to let children share social media accounts with adults.
    Mahsa Saeidi, CBS News, 19 May 2026
  • The hot weather health warning advises residents to take precautions to prevent serious illness from extreme heat, as the heat index in the city is expected to reach 97 degrees on Tuesday.
    Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 19 May 2026
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“Keeps up (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeps%20up%20%28with%29. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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