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keeping up

VERB

maintain, sustain

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hold on

WEAK

balance compete contend continue emulate go on keep pace keep step match pace persevere preserve rival run with vie

Antonyms

WEAK

let go neglect

Example Sentences

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He says keeping up physically with a young child has taken a toll on his body.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Even with that uncertainty, the Rose Bowl is leaning into its strengths of embracing nostalgia while keeping up with the times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Heading into Wednesday, Novo had fallen nearly 34% over the past 12 months, largely due to what investors perceived as a struggle keeping up with Lilly’s weight-loss portfolio.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

"We're always keeping up - it's crazy but we love it," says Jay.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

So they’re keeping up a mystery to stay even with us.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams