Expression Cards
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idiom
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**!
phrasal-verb
keep learning forward
Meaning
to continue gaining lessons even after failing
Example
No matter how many times you fail, just **keep learning forward**.
phrasal-verb
keep moving
Meaning
to continue progressing without giving up
Example
Even when life gets tough, you must **keep moving**.
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keep moving forward
Meaning
to continue progressing despite obstacles or setbacks
Example
No matter what happens, always **keep moving forward**.
phrasal-verb
keep moving with purpose
Meaning
to continue progressing with clear goals and motivation
Example
Stay focused and **keep moving with purpose** every day.
phrasal-verb
keep off
Meaning
to avoid touching or stepping on something; to avoid talking about something
Example
Please **keep off** the grass.
phrasal-verb
keep offices aligned
Meaning
to ensure different branches follow the same plan
Example
We **keep offices aligned** with a daily global standup call.
phrasal-verb
keep on
Meaning
to continue doing something repeatedly
Example
She **kept on** talking even though nobody was listening.
idiom
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.
phrasal-verb
keep perspective
Meaning
to stay calm and rational during emotional situations
Example
During conflicts, it’s important to **keep perspective** instead of overreacting.
phrasal-verb
keep projects on track
Meaning
to ensure work stays within schedule and scope
Example
Daily standups help us **keep projects on track** despite surprises.
phrasal-verb
keep pushing
Meaning
to continue making an effort despite obstacles
Example
Even when life gets tough, keep **pushing** forward.
phrasal-verb
keep pushing forward
Meaning
to continue moving toward your goals despite challenges
Example
Even when it’s tough, always **keep pushing forward**.
phrasal-verb
keep reserves for
Meaning
to save or hold funds for future use or emergencies
Example
The central bank decided to **keep reserves for** potential market shocks.
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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**.