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keeping

[kee-ping] / ˈki pɪŋ /




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Over the medium term, the group expects to see its margin recover, despite keeping promotional investment at a solid roughly 16% of net sales.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

Dollywood, the theme park owned by Dolly Parton, is open, in keeping with the late singer’s wishes.

From MarketWatch Aug. 26, 2026

Pattas says keeping people in the loop during the process becomes a big part of the work, "communicating with not only the warehouse but also the factory and the shipping team".

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

Social media platforms show people videos and other content they might be interested in viewing, keeping them scrolling online for hours.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

“No. It’s not just Maverick that’s keeping me busy. There are other things too.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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