Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
keep the home fires burning
maintenir une maison heureuse pendant que les autres sont absents
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
maintenir l'élan
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
maintenir l'ordre et éviter le conflit
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
s'assurer que l'équipe reste concentrée et organisée
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
Continuer à pratiquer une coutume afin qu'elle ne soit pas oubliée
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
ne pas exprimer ses émotions ou préoccupations
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
rester calme en voyant les choses de manière réaliste
Meaning
to stay calm by seeing things realistically
Example
When stressed, try to **keep things in perspective**.
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keep track of
surveiller ou enregistrer des informations de manière cohérente
Meaning
to monitor or record information consistently
Example
Use the shared sheet to **keep track of** expenses.
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keep up with
rester informé ou au même niveau que quelque chose ou quelqu'un
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
essayer de rivaliser avec vos voisins ou pairs en richesse ou possessions
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
rester à jour ou s'adapter aux tendances modernes
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
garder vos plans ou intentions secrets
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
rester positif et ne pas perdre espoir dans les situations difficiles
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
rester calme sous stress ou provocation
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
continuer à croire en vos objectifs même lorsque c'est difficile
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
contrôler tes émotions
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
rester concentré sur ton objectif
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
rester concentré sur votre objectif malgré les obstacles
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
rester concentré sur votre objectif malgré les difficultés
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
rester alerte et regarder attentivement
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
espérer avoir de la chance
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
Il est important de maintenir de bonnes relations avec vos amis, mais il est tout aussi important de comprendre vos ennemis.
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
Gérer pour survivre ou faire face aux difficultés.
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
rester mentalement concentré et motivé
Meaning
to stay mentally focused and motivated
Example
Even when things get tough, **keep your head in the game**.