Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
Keep a cool head
Meaning
to remain calm and not get too emotional
Example
In a crisis, it's important to **keep a cool head**.
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keep a low profile
Meaning
to avoid attracting attention; to stay calm and unnoticed
Example
After the controversy, he decided to **keep a low profile**.
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keep a stiff upper lip
Meaning
to not show your emotions in difficult situations
Example
Even after losing the match, the team **kept a stiff upper lip**.
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keep a straight face
Meaning
to avoid laughing in a funny situation
Example
It was hard to **keep a straight face** during his silly speech.
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keep all your eggs in one basket
Meaning
to rely on a single plan or source of success
Example
Don’t **keep all your eggs in one basket** when investing.
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Keep an even keel
Meaning
To stay calm and steady, especially during difficulties.
Example
Despite the pressure, she **kept an even keel** throughout the project.
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keep an eye on
Meaning
to watch or monitor something or someone carefully
Example
Can you **keep an eye on** the kids while I'm cooking?
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keep an eye on someone
Meaning
to watch someone carefully because you don’t trust them completely
Example
I’ll **keep an eye on him** while you’re away.
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keep an eye out
Meaning
to watch for something or someone carefully
Example
Can you **keep an eye out** for my package while I'm away?
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Keep an open mind
Meaning
To be willing to consider new ideas or opinions.
Example
Try to **keep an open mind** when learning about different cultures.
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Keep at it
Meaning
Continue trying even when it’s hard.
Example
Don’t give up—just **keep at it**.
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keep away from
Meaning
to avoid someone or something
Example
You should **keep away from** sugary drinks right now.
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keep body and soul together
Meaning
to manage to stay alive or survive
Example
He worked day and night just to **keep body and soul together**.
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keep faith
Meaning
to continue believing in something or someone
Example
Even in tough times, you must **keep faith**.
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keep faith with someone
Meaning
to remain loyal to someone or something
Example
Even in hard times, she **kept faith with** her friends.
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Keep fighting
Meaning
Continue striving; don’t give up.
Example
No matter what happens, just **keep fighting**.
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Keep fighting the good fight
Meaning
Continue your efforts even when facing challenges.
Example
You may not see results yet, but **keep fighting the good fight**.
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Keep going
Meaning
Continue with determination despite difficulties.
Example
You're doing great—just **keep going**!
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Keep going strong
Meaning
to keep persevering and not give up
Example
Even when times are tough, remember to **keep going strong**.
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Keep hope alive
Meaning
To continue believing in a positive outcome.
Example
Even in hard times, we must **keep hope alive**.
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keep in mind
Meaning
to remember something important
Example
**Keep in mind** that deadlines are strict.
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keep in touch
Meaning
to maintain communication with someone
Example
Even after moving away, we **keep in touch** regularly.
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Keep it real
Meaning
To stay honest and genuine.
Example
She always tries to **keep it real** in her relationships.
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keep it together
Meaning
to stay composed during difficult times
Example
Even after hearing the bad news, he managed to **keep it together**.