keep - Definition & Meaning | VisualLang Dictionary

keep

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keeps

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keeping

过去式

kept

过去完成时

kept

保留, 保存

to have or continue to have something

及物动词

Do you need this document back, or can I keep it for my records?
你需要这份文件回来吗，还是我可以保留它作为我的记录？
He found a lost wallet on the street and decided to keep it until he could find the owner.
他在街上发现了一个丢失的钱包，并决定保留它，直到他能找到失主。
Make sure to keep a spare set of keys in case you get locked out.
确保保留一套备用钥匙，以防你被锁在外面。
Remember to keep a copy of your important documents in a secure location.
记得将重要文件的副本保存在安全的地方。
She kept all his drawings as cherished mementos.
她保存了他所有的画作作为珍贵的纪念品。

同义词：

反义词：

保持, 留在

to stay or remain in a specific state, position, or condition

同义词：

供养, 维持

to provide money, food, or other necessities for one or someone else to live

及物动词

He had to budget meticulously to keep his family in the lifestyle they desired.
他不得不精心预算以维持家人的理想生活方式。
I keep myself by managing my finances wisely.
我通过明智地管理我的财务来养活自己。
She keeps herself by working two jobs.
她通过做两份工作来养活自己。

同义词：

保持, 遵守

to remain faithful to a promise, commitment, or agreement

及物动词

He always keeps his word and never breaks a promise.
他总是遵守诺言，从不违背承诺。
He completely forgot to keep his appointment with the dentist.
他完全忘记了遵守与牙医的预约。
Sarah kept her promise to keep the surprise party a secret, and John had no idea.
莎拉遵守了她的承诺保守惊喜派对的秘密，而约翰毫不知情。
She didn't keep her promise to attend the important business meeting.
她没有遵守参加重要商务会议的承诺。

保留, 预留

to put something aside for someone so that one can give it to them when they ask for it

及物动词

Could you keep a spot in line for me?I'll be right back.
你能帮我留个位置吗？我马上回来。
If there's any leftover pizza, could you keep a slice for me?
如果有剩下的披萨，你能给我留一块吗？
The librarian promised to keep the book on hold for me until I could pick it up.
图书管理员答应为我保留这本书，直到我可以来取。
The shop will keep it for me until Friday.
商店会为我保留到星期五。
You can take one slice of cake for yourself, keeping the rest for the guests.
你可以为自己拿一块蛋糕，保留其余的给客人。

同义词：

保持, 记录

to write something down, particularly for archival purposes

及物动词

He keeps a notebook to jot down ideas and inspirations for his creative projects.
他保存一本笔记本来记下他的创意项目的想法和灵感。
He keeps a record of all his expenses in a personal finance spreadsheet.
他在个人财务电子表格中记录了所有的开支。
I keep a diary to capture memorable moments and reflections.
我记日记以捕捉难忘的时刻和思考。
I keep a gratitude journal to write down things I'm thankful for each day.
我记一本感恩日记，写下每天我感激的事情。
She keeps a journal to document her thoughts and experiences.
她记日记来记录她的想法和经历。