Expression Cards
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phrasal-verb
keep up
Meaning
to maintain or continue a custom or tradition
Example
Our family still **keeps up** the tradition of making homemade sweets on Eid.
phrasal-verb
keep up growth
Meaning
to maintain economic progress over time
Example
The government is focusing on policies to **keep up growth** while maintaining stability.
phrasal-verb
keep up morale
Meaning
to maintain team spirit and positive energy
Example
The coach worked hard to **keep up morale** after the team’s loss.
phrasal-verb
keep up on
Meaning
to stay updated with online work or communication
Example
She always **keeps up on** company news through Slack.
phrasal-verb
keep up the momentum
Meaning
to continue working with the same energy and enthusiasm
Example
After achieving success, the team must **keep up the momentum**.
idiom
keep up with
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.
phrasal-verb
keep up with changes
Meaning
to stay informed or updated about new developments
Example
Employees must **keep up with changes** in company policies.
phrasal-verb
keep up with studies
Meaning
to stay at the same level as others in your academic progress
Example
It's important to **keep up with studies** to avoid falling behind in class.
idiom
keep up with the Joneses
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**.
idiom
keep up with the times
Meaning
to stay updated or adapt to modern trends
Example
In the fast-moving tech industry, companies must **keep up with the times**.
phrasal-verb
keep up your hopes
Meaning
to stay confident that things will turn out well
Example
Even in difficult times, she managed to **keep up her hopes**.
idiom
keep your cards close to your chest
Meaning
to keep your plans or intentions secret
Example
She always **keeps her cards close to her chest** during negotiations.
idiom
keep your chin up
Meaning
to stay positive and not lose hope in difficult situations
Example
**Keep your chin up**; things will get better soon.
idiom
keep your cool
Meaning
to stay calm under stress or provocation
Example
Even in emergencies, he always **keeps his cool**.
idiom
keep your dreams alive
Meaning
to continue believing in your goals even when it's hard
Example
No matter how tough life gets, **keep your dreams alive**.
idiom
keep your emotions in check
Meaning
to control your emotions
Example
It's important to **keep your emotions in check** during a meeting.
idiom
keep your eye on the ball
Meaning
to stay focused on your goal
Example
If you **keep your eye on the ball**, you’ll succeed.
idiom
keep your eye on the prize
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.
idiom
keep your eyes on the prize
Meaning
to stay focused on your goal despite difficulties
Example
Even during tough times, she **kept her eyes on the prize**.
idiom
keep your eyes peeled
Meaning
to stay alert and watch carefully
Example
Keep your eyes peeled for any signs of trouble.
idiom
keep your fingers crossed
Meaning
to hope for good luck
Example
I am **keeping my fingers crossed** for the exam results.
idiom
Keep your friends close and your enemies closer
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**.
idiom
Keep your head above water
Meaning
Manage to survive or cope with difficulties.
Example
It’s hard, but I’m trying to **keep my head above water**.
phrasal-verb
keep your head high
Meaning
to stay confident and proud even after facing criticism or failure
Example
No matter what happens, always **keep your head high**.