out of keeping
Example Sentences
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Ireland’s surprising experience isn’t out of keeping with global trends.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
His exuberant celebration after a 3-1 win at Sheffield United in February 2023, triggered by some pre-match needle between the sides, is remembered because it was so out of keeping with Carrick's normal behaviour.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026
Legal pads Journals give me anxiety, especially if they’re really nice; even picking out a new journal can take all the fun out of keeping one for me.
From New York Times • Oct. 26, 2021
Drummond is in his final year under contract, and the Cavs are probably priced out of keeping him, which is why the 22-year-old Allen’s arrival was huge.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 2021
It was obvious she had recited these same words to each group of newcomers, yet her voice held a sweetness and a patience quite out of keeping with the information she delivered.
From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen
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