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as in to survive
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
let's hope that old air conditioner keeps up through this heat wave
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as in to preserve
to keep in good condition
kept the house up while the owners were gone
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as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
let's hope this beautiful weather keeps up for the rest of our vacation
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Recent Examples of keep up
Those who want to donate or keep up with her can do so at www.account.venmo.com/u/KKamptt and www.tiktok.com/@kkamp.
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Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
The administration has also kept up its attempts to block NIH grants.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2025
Carriers have long complained about how older systems have not kept up with the industry’s needs, leading to flight delays that cost both passengers and carriers.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
In their intensively competitive family, Jack wanted to keep up with his older brother, Joseph Kennedy Jr., who left Harvard Law School in June 1941 and was commissioned an ensign the following year.
—Steven Gillon / Made By History, TIME, 17 Feb. 2025
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Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
The administration has also kept up its attempts to block NIH grants.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2025
Carriers have long complained about how older systems have not kept up with the industry’s needs, leading to flight delays that cost both passengers and carriers.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
In their intensively competitive family, Jack wanted to keep up with his older brother, Joseph Kennedy Jr., who left Harvard Law School in June 1941 and was commissioned an ensign the following year.
—Steven Gillon / Made By History, TIME, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for keep up
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Mogen, Kernodle, Goncalves and two other women who survived lived at the off-campus home on Kings Road.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Though Alaska State Troopers had been unable to assess the site, spokesperson Austin McDaniel said troopers do not believe the three skiers survived.—
Mark Thiessen,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
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In an effort to attract younger consumers who value sustainability and transparency, producers must have environmental certifications that demonstrate a commitment to conserving resources and preserving the Earth.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
9 Mar. 2025
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With initiatives like self-reliance, high-tech manufacturing, and circular textiles, India is not only preserving its heritage but also shaping the future of the global textile industry.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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However, the potential for new fires remained into Sunday, as wind gusts were expected to reach 25 mph and no precipitation was in the forecast.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2025
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As the Oscar-winning run of The Brutalist also recently showed, the length of movies remains a perennial subject of fascination among media and moviegoers alike.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Mar. 2025
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Blue Ghost is not designed to last forever on the moon.—
Tariq Malik,
Space.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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The hearing Friday was supposed to last fewer than 90 minutes — but stretched more than three hours.—
Lee Ann Anderson,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
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Why Daylight Saving Time Still Exists (For Now) Daylight Saving Time dates back to World War I, intended to conserve energy by extending evening daylight.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Designed to combat soil erosion, conserve water, and make steep landscapes accessible, the system is being used not only across the United States but also in places like Europe, Australia, Panama, and Haiti, where rehabilitating land means restoring ecosystems.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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Bears land Falcons center Drew Dalman March 10: The Bears agreed to terms on a three-year, $42 million deal with Dalman as the team continued its overhaul of the offensive line, per sources.—
Kevin Fishbain,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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The new season continues premieres April 22 exclusively on Disney+ (after which the first season will be pulled from Hulu).—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Mar. 2025
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Herz prevailed Wednesday in a Broward courtroom, where a former mayoral candidate challenged his eligibility to run for office because of murkiness over his past voting address.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Mar. 2025
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However, the traditional belief that the U.S. dollar and gold have an inverse relationship still prevails.—
Emily Chang,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Clear any noticeable salt bridges in the brine tank and use the correct salt for your type of water softener to maintain its functionality.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Mar. 2025
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As businesses expand beyond their hometown markets, maintaining an authentic connection to their local roots can become a challenge.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
11 Mar. 2025
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