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keeping up

VERB

maintain, sustain

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hold on

WEAK

balance compete contend continue emulate go on keep pace keep step match pace persevere preserve rival run with vie

Antonyms

WEAK

let go neglect

Example Sentences

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He says keeping up physically with a young child has taken a toll on his body.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Wages External link are barely keeping up with inflation External link, and consumer confidence External link is at record lows.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Even with that uncertainty, the Rose Bowl is leaning into its strengths of embracing nostalgia while keeping up with the times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

"We're always keeping up - it's crazy but we love it," says Jay.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The girl moved so quickly Taran had difficulty keeping up with her.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander