Keep after/at (someone)
To remind someone over and over about something.I always have to keep after my friend to remember her homework.
Keep abreast of (something)
To keep informed about something.I read the newspaper so that I can keep abreast of current events.
Kangaroo court
An illegal court formed by a group of people to settle a dispute among themselves.There was a kangaroo court in movie after the ranchers... Read more →
Keep time
To keep the beat, to keep the same musical rhythm.It is difficult for the girl to keep time when she is playing in the band.
Keep time
To keep track of the time in a game or athletic contest.I kept time during the football game at our high school.
Keep the wolves at bay
To fight against some kind of trouble.The university students were angry and the administration had to work hard to keep the wolves at bay.
Keep the wolf from the door
To maintain oneself at a basic level.My job pays just enough money to keep the wolf from the door.
Keep the lid on (something)
To restrain something, to keep something quiet.The hospital worked hard to keep the lid on the drug scandal.
Keep the home fires burning
To keep things going as usual while someone is away."Don`t worry about anything. I will stay home and keep the home fires burning while you are... Read more →
Keep the ball rolling
To continue an activity or action, to not allow something that is happening to slow or stop.We must keep the ball rolling and get our work done... Read more →