keep on truckin'
To continue or persist, regardless of circumstances or setbacks; to keep trying or striving.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Things are tough, but you just have to keep on truckin'.”
“Even though the project is behind schedule and we are tired, we must keep on truckin' to finish by Friday.”
“Despite the relentless obstacles and the fading hope of success, the weary travelers resolved to keep on truckin' toward their distant destination.”
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cobbler, keep to your last
One should not criticise matters outside one's field of expertise; one should mind one's business.
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earn one's keep
To perform satisfactory physical labor or to provide other worthy services in return for remuneration, lodging, or other benefits; to support oneself financially.
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gift that keeps on giving
Something with continuous (typically positive) consequences.
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keep a civil tongue in one's head
To maintain a polite manner of speaking.
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keep a close watch
to pay careful attention to a situation or a thing, so that you can deal with any changes or problems.
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keep a cool head
To keep one's cool; to stay calm.
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keep a lid on
To keep something secret.
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keep a low profile
To be discreet and quiet.
Last updated August 10, 2026