keep in
phrasal verb
kept in; keeping in; keeps in
1
: to not show or express (something, such as an emotion)
You shouldn't keep your anger in all the time.
2
: to continue to provide (someone) with (something needed or wanted)
It's very expensive keeping my children in clothes that fit.
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Also keep in mind that certain stores may ask you to bring your own bag or bin to fill, according to some customers.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
The adopters all keep in touch with one another through a Facebook group.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
In periods of economic uncertainty, consider temporarily making minimum payments on your debt, but keep in mind that doing so may lead to being in debt longer term.
—Marielle Segarra
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Malaka Gharib, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
Just keep in mind that not all finishes are dishwasher safe, so check before tossing it in.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
The adopters all keep in touch with one another through a Facebook group.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
In periods of economic uncertainty, consider temporarily making minimum payments on your debt, but keep in mind that doing so may lead to being in debt longer term.
—Marielle Segarra
,
Malaka Gharib, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
Just keep in mind that not all finishes are dishwasher safe, so check before tossing it in.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for keep in
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“Keep in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20in. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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