keeping

Example Sentences

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“As a result,” Walker says, “you’re keeping hold of this emotion through the day, the week, two weeks.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

That saves taxpayers more than $4 billion a year by keeping children out of the foster-care system, according to Generations United.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

TOKYO-Japan’s economy grew at a slightly slower pace than initially estimated in the first quarter but remained on a recovery track, keeping alive hopes that a rate hike is on the horizon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The odds are overwhelmingly in favor of policymakers keeping the benchmark interest rate at the target range of 3.50% to 3.75% at the conclusion of the June 16-17 policy meeting.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

I edged closer to the top of the alleyway, staying close to the wall, keeping to the shadows.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler