in keeping
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The rapid nature of the first Test against New Zealand was in keeping with a recent trend of matches involving England.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Homeland Security data from the first quarter of the 2025 fiscal year, the latest available, shows that of some 350,000 new permanent residencies issued, about 190,000—54 percent—were adjustments, which is in keeping with historical trends.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
Officials say this will amount to a steep, 11% annual lowering of the cap by the end of this decade, and 7% from 2031 to 2045, in keeping with the state’s mandated targets.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Consumer spending is the single biggest source of economic growth, and the most influential factor in keeping the U.S. out of a recession.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Milkman softened his tone a bit, but succeeded in keeping the edge of defiance in his voice.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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