Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
keep the home fires burning
mantener un hogar feliz mientras otros están ausentes
Meaning
to maintain a happy home while others are away
Example
While her husband was abroad, she **kept the home fires burning**.
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keep the momentum
mantener el impulso
Meaning
to continue progressing without slowing down
Example
We need to **keep the momentum** to reach our target.
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keep the peace
mantener el orden y evitar conflictos
Meaning
to maintain order and avoid conflict
Example
The police were called to **keep the peace** during the protest.
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Keep the team on track
asegurar que el equipo permanezca enfocado y organizado
Meaning
to make sure the team remains focused and organized
Example
As the project manager, it's important to **keep the team on track**.
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Keep the tradition alive
Continuar practicando una costumbre para que no se olvide
Meaning
To continue practicing a custom so that it is not forgotten
Example
Every year we celebrate this festival to **keep the tradition alive**.
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keep things bottled up
no expresar tus emociones o preocupaciones
Meaning
to not express your emotions or worries
Example
He tends to **keep things bottled up** instead of talking about them.
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keep things in perspective
mantener la calma al ver las cosas de manera realista
Meaning
to stay calm by seeing things realistically
Example
When stressed, try to **keep things in perspective**.
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keep track of
monitorear o registrar información de manera consistente
Meaning
to monitor or record information consistently
Example
Use the shared sheet to **keep track of** expenses.
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keep up with
mantenerse informado o al mismo nivel que algo o alguien
Meaning
to stay informed or at the same level as something or someone
Example
It's hard to **keep up with** the latest tech trends.
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keep up with the Joneses
tratar de igualar a tus vecinos o compañeros en riqueza o posesiones
Meaning
to try to match your neighbors or peers in wealth or possessions
Example
Many people go into debt trying to **keep up with the Joneses**.
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keep up with the times
mantenerse actualizado o adaptarse a las tendencias modernas
Meaning
to stay updated or adapt to modern trends
Example
In the fast-moving tech industry, companies must **keep up with the times**.
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keep your cards close to your chest
mantener tus planes o intenciones en secreto
Meaning
to keep your plans or intentions secret
Example
She always **keeps her cards close to her chest** during negotiations.
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keep your chin up
mantente positivo y no pierdas la esperanza en situaciones difíciles
Meaning
to stay positive and not lose hope in difficult situations
Example
**Keep your chin up**; things will get better soon.
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keep your cool
mantener la calma bajo estrés o provocación
Meaning
to stay calm under stress or provocation
Example
Even in emergencies, he always **keeps his cool**.
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keep your dreams alive
seguir creyendo en tus metas incluso cuando sea difícil
Meaning
to continue believing in your goals even when it's hard
Example
No matter how tough life gets, **keep your dreams alive**.
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keep your emotions in check
controlar tus emociones
Meaning
to control your emotions
Example
It's important to **keep your emotions in check** during a meeting.
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keep your eye on the ball
mantenerse concentrado en tu objetivo
Meaning
to stay focused on your goal
Example
If you **keep your eye on the ball**, you’ll succeed.
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keep your eye on the prize
mantente enfocado en tu objetivo a pesar de los obstáculos
Meaning
to stay focused on your goal or objective despite obstacles
Example
Even though the road was tough, he always **kept his eye on the prize** and succeeded.
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keep your eyes on the prize
mantener el enfoque en tu objetivo a pesar de las dificultades
Meaning
to stay focused on your goal despite difficulties
Example
Even during tough times, she **kept her eyes on the prize**.
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keep your eyes peeled
estar alerta y observar cuidadosamente
Meaning
to stay alert and watch carefully
Example
Keep your eyes peeled for any signs of trouble.
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keep your fingers crossed
esperar tener buena suerte
Meaning
to hope for good luck
Example
I am **keeping my fingers crossed** for the exam results.
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Keep your friends close and your enemies closer
Es importante mantener buenas relaciones con tus amigos, pero también es importante entender a tus enemigos.
Meaning
It's important to maintain good relationships with your friends, but it's equally important to understand your enemies.
Example
He always watches his competitors carefully because he believes in **keeping your friends close and your enemies closer**.
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Keep your head above water
Lograr sobrevivir o lidiar con dificultades.
Meaning
Manage to survive or cope with difficulties.
Example
It’s hard, but I’m trying to **keep my head above water**.
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keep your head in the game
mantenerse mentalmente enfocado y motivado
Meaning
to stay mentally focused and motivated
Example
Even when things get tough, **keep your head in the game**.