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keep up

The correct spelling is keep up.

How to pronounce keep up

verb

Say it like: Kee-p u-p

The correct spelling is keep up. To maintain; to preserve; to prevent from deteriorating. For example: "They ran so fast I could hardly keep up."

Usage Examples

They ran so fast I could hardly keep up.

I always try to keep up with (or "keep up on") current affairs.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To maintain; to preserve; to prevent from deteriorating.
  2. 2.To continue with (work, etc).
  3. 3.To stay even or ahead.
  4. 4.To ensure that one remains well-informed about something.

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