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keeping

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkipɪŋ// UK //kˈiːpɪŋ// keep·ing

n. the state of being in agreement or harmony with something else. You use it to say that an action matches a specific rule, style, or situation.

n. agreement, harmony, or conformity with a particular standard, rule, or context. Usually appears in the prepositional phrase 'in keeping with'.


SIMPLE

The new windows are in keeping with the house's style.

CONTEXTUAL

The company's decision to donate its profits was in keeping with its long-standing commitment to social responsibility.

COMPLEX

While the architect introduced modern materials, the overall proportions of the extension remained in keeping with the original Victorian structure to satisfy the local conservation committee.

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Almost exclusively used in the fixed phrase 'in keeping with' or 'out of keeping with'.

Pitfall

in keeping to the rulesin keeping with the rulesThe noun 'keeping' requires the preposition 'with' to show harmony or agreement; learners often confuse it with the verb 'keep to'.

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