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Vocabulary Entry
keep
|verb • noun • verb
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V
verb
To retain possession of or maintain something.
Example Sentences
"I will keep the secret between us."
"She tries to keep her room tidy."
"Please keep your voice down in the library."
N
noun
A place where someone lives, often used to refer to a stronghold or a castle.
Example Sentences
"The castle was a massive keep overlooking the valley."
"The knight returned to his keep after a long journey."
"They explored the ancient keep and marveled at its architecture."
V
verb
To continue to hold or maintain a particular condition.
Example Sentences
"Keep the temperature steady while cooking."
"He hopes to keep fit by exercising regularly."
"To keep peace among friends, sometimes one must compromise."