keep from
The phrase 'keep from' is versatile and can indicate prevention, restraint, or withholding in various contexts.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To prevent oneself or another from performing an action.
Example
- I couldn't keep from laughing at the joke.
- She managed to keep from crying during the sad movie.
B2General
(common)To stop a situation or event from happening.
Example
- They put up a fence to keep the dog from running away.
- Use this cover to keep the food from spoiling.
B2Communication
(common)To withhold information or an object from someone.
Example
- They decided to keep the news from him until he was feeling better.
- She kept the surprise party from her friend.
B2General
(common)To maintain something in a particular state, often to protect or preserve it.
Example
- The coating helps to keep the metal from rusting.
- She used an umbrella to keep from getting wet.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "keep from":
keep away fromkeep awaykeep inkeep backkeep out ofkeep atkeep downkeep outhold backstay outward offkeep the wolf from the doorfend off