Keep (someone) on keep on (someone)
To allow someone to continue working for you.We have too many workers but we will keep everybody on until business improves.
Keep (someone) in the dark
To purposefully not tell someone the details about something, to not give someone a piece of information.The employees are not happy because the... Read more →
Keep (someone) in stitches
To cause someone to laugh continuously.My uncle kept me in stitches with his funny stories.
Keep (someone or something) in mind
To remember and think about someone or something.If I need someone to help fix my computer, I usually keep my friend in mind.
Keep (someone) in line
To make someone behave properly.The teacher is very strict and she knows how to keep her students in line.
Keep in check
To keep someone or something under control, to restrain someone or something. The economic policy was designed to keep inflation in check.
Keep (someone) from (doing something)
To prevent someone from doing something.I tried hard to keep my friend from buying a new car.
Keep (someone) company
To sit and stay with someone (especially someone who is lonely or sick).I stayed home last night so that I could keep my mother company.
Keep quiet
To remain silent."Could you please keep quiet and listen to the instructions."
Keep pace (with someone or something)
To go as fast or go at the same rate as someone or something.It is difficult to keep pace with the other students but somehow I manage.