keep a secret |
to refrain from revealing a secret. |
keep a stiff upper lip |
to face with courage such difficulties as sorrow, disappointment, or pain. |
keep an eye on |
to watch or tend with care. |
keep an eye out |
to watch closely. |
keep at |
continue one's persistence with (some activity). |
keep good time |
of a clock or watch, to operate well and accurately show the time. [2 definitions] |
keep house |
to clean, cook, and take care of other typical household tasks. |
keep in mind |
to hold (something) in one's memory and not forget it; remember. |
keep in touch |
to remain in contact; keep up communication (often fol. by "with"). |
keep on |
to continue to do something, esp. when stopping might be expected or desired. [2 definitions] |
keep one's balance |
to stay steady and upright. |
keep one's chin up |
to stay hopeful; not lose hope. |
keep one's distance |
to stay far away or avoid getting involved. |
keep one's fingers crossed |
to hope for a good ending or result. |
keep one's nose to the grindstone |
to start or diligently pursue some hard or tedious work, esp. in a spirit of resignation. |
keep one's own counsel |
to keep one's own ideas or intent secret. |
keep one's shirt on |
(informal) to stop oneself from becoming angry or losing patience; hold one's temper. |
keep one's wits about one |
to stay alert and watchful. |
keep out |
to stay away or cause to stay away from a place. |
keep tabs on |
(informal) to keep under close watch; observe carefully. |