Expression Cards: idiom
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keep it under wraps
Meaning
to keep something secret
Example
We’re trying to **keep it under wraps** until the official announcement.
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Keep it under your hat
Meaning
To keep something secret.
Example
I’ll tell you a secret, but **keep it under your hat**.
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keep it up
Meaning
to continue doing something well
Example
You’re doing great with your studies—**keep it up**!
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keep moving forward
Meaning
to continue progressing despite obstacles or setbacks
Example
No matter what happens, always **keep moving forward**.
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keep on keeping on
Meaning
to continue doing something despite challenges
Example
It’s tough, but you have to **keep on keeping on**.
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keep on track
Meaning
to continue doing something as planned
Example
We need to **keep on track** to meet our deadlines.
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keep one's cards close to the chest
Meaning
to keep one's plans or intentions secret
Example
During the negotiations, she **kept her cards close to the chest**.
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keep one's head above water
Meaning
to survive financially in difficult times
Example
Many small businesses struggle to **keep their heads above water**.
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keep one's nose to the grindstone
Meaning
to work hard and continuously
Example
If you **keep your nose to the grindstone**, you'll achieve your goals.
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keep one's word
Meaning
to do what one has promised to do
Example
He always **keeps his word**, no matter what.
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Keep one’s eye on the ball
Meaning
To stay focused on achieving a goal.
Example
If you **keep your eye on the ball**, you’ll surely succeed.
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keep out
Meaning
to prevent someone or something from entering
Example
Close the windows to **keep out** the dust during the renovation.
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keep smiling
Meaning
to stay cheerful even when facing difficulties
Example
Whatever happens, just **keep smiling**.
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keep someone at arm’s length
Meaning
to avoid getting too close to someone
Example
After the argument, I **kept him at arm’s length**.
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Keep someone posted
Meaning
To keep someone informed about something.
Example
Please **keep me posted** about any updates.
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keep someone's secret
Meaning
to not tell others what someone has told you in confidence
Example
You can trust me—I’ll **keep your secret**.
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keep someone’s word
Meaning
to do what you promise to do
Example
You can trust him; he always **keeps his word**.
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keep something to yourself
Meaning
not tell anyone about something
Example
Please **keep it to yourself** until we’re ready to announce.
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keep something under wraps
Meaning
to keep something secret
Example
They managed to **keep the project under wraps** until the launch day.
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keep tabs on
Meaning
to monitor someone or something closely
Example
I try to **keep tabs on** industry trends.
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keep the ball rolling
Meaning
to keep an activity or process going
Example
Let’s **keep the ball rolling** on this project.
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keep the dream alive
Meaning
to continue to hope or work toward a goal even after setbacks
Example
Even after the failure, they **kept the dream alive**.
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Keep the faith
Meaning
Continue to believe that things will work out.
Example
Even in hard times, **keep the faith**.
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keep the fire burning
Meaning
to stay motivated and passionate about something
Example
Even after failure, he managed to **keep the fire burning**.