keep house

Example Sentences

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“Me Time” is written and directed by John Hamburg, and his movie attempts to include domestic conversations that speak to the lives of men who keep house.

From New York Times • Aug. 25, 2022

While daddy’s gone, Fran — despite the flu she’s suffering from — is reminded to buy groceries and keep house for the summer people, such roustabout work being the family’s main source of income.

From Washington Post • Feb. 18, 2015

Bivens said residents should remain “alert and vigilant,” report suspicious activity, lock doors and keep house exteriors well lit.

From Washington Times • Sep. 18, 2014

"This growth in supply is likely to continue into 2014 and should help to keep house price inflation under control as we move forward."

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2014

“No need of that. Beth and I can keep house perfectly well,” put in Amy, with an important air.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott