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Definitions

keep house

VERB
dwell
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bide exist hole up inhabit reside squat
STRONG
abide bunk continue crash flop locate lodge nest occupy park perch quarter remain rent rest room roost settle sojourn stay stop tarry tenant
WEAK
establish oneself hang one's hat hang out make one's home pitch tent
Antonyms
STRONGEST
move
STRONG
advance depart go leave
VERB
settle
Synonyms
STRONGEST
establish live
STRONG
abide colonize dwell inhabit locate lodge park reside squat
WEAK
hang up one's hat move to put down roots set up home take root take up residence
Antonyms
STRONG
depart leave move

Example Sentences

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“Me Time” is written and directed by John Hamburg, and his movie attempts to include domestic conversations that speak to the lives of men who keep house.

From New York Times • Aug. 25, 2022

But where you park — or more romantically, keep house — is another question.

From Washington Post • Aug. 20, 2020

Bivens said residents should remain “alert and vigilant,” report suspicious activity, lock doors and keep house exteriors well lit.

From Washington Times • Sep. 18, 2014

"This growth in supply is likely to continue into 2014 and should help to keep house price inflation under control as we move forward."

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2014

So after Elizabeth finished high school, her father encouraged her to enjoy her social life and learn “how to keep house and make puddings.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling