keep company
The phrase "keep company" is commonly used to describe spending time with others, whether socially, romantically, or for support.
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Definition
B2Social
(informal)To spend time with someone, often in a friendly or romantic way.
Example
- They have been keeping company for a few months now.
- She likes to keep company with her old friends during the holidays.
B2Supportive
(neutral)To stay with someone to provide companionship or support.
Example
- He kept her company while she was recovering in the hospital.
- Will you keep me company while I wait?
C1Figurative
(literary)To coexist or be present together in a place or context.
Example
- In the bookshelf, classic novels keep company with modern bestsellers.
- In the park, ancient trees keep company with newly planted flowers.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "keep company":
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