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  • present participle of keep.
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keeping

[kee-ping] / ˈki pɪŋ /




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But as drought and wildfires dragged on in California in recent years, she started to question whether keeping the thirsty lawn made sense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“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

Players who are fighting for a place in the starting XI may not have as many opportunities to stake a claim, though Wiegman said she is keeping her options open.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Mayor Patrick Collins sees the boom as critical to keeping young people from fleeing Wyoming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In keeping with the elegant surroundings, a deep red damask cloth draped the table, almost to the floor.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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