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The verb "keep" is often used in many English idioms that describe staying consistent, calm, or connected. These idioms help us express everyday thoughts more naturally. Let’s learn 10 common “keep” idioms with easy examples and their Marathi meanings.

Idioms with “Keep” | Speak Smart Everyday!

• Keep a low profile – Avoid attention
He kept a low profile after the incident.
त्या घटनेनंतर तो शांतपणे राहू लागला.

• Keep someone at arm’s length – Maintain distance emotionally or socially
She keeps her colleagues at arm’s length.
ती तिच्या सहकाऱ्यांपासून थोडं अंतर ठेवते.

• Keep your head above water – Survive in a difficult situation
We are just trying to keep our heads above water financially.
आम्ही फक्त आर्थिकदृष्ट्या टिकून राहण्याचा प्रयत्न करतोय.

• Keep it up – Continue doing well
You’re doing great! Keep it up!
तू खूप छान करत आहेस! असेच चालू ठेव!

• Keep pace with – Move or progress at the same rate
It’s hard to keep pace with technology.
तंत्रज्ञानाच्या वेगाशी जुळवून घेणे कठीण आहे.

• Keep your nose clean – Stay out of trouble
After the warning, he started keeping his nose clean.
इशाऱ्यानंतर त्याने गुंत्यात न पडता राहायला सुरुवात केली.

• Keep something at bay – Prevent something bad from happening
Exercise helps keep stress at bay.
व्यायामामुळे तणाव दूर राहतो.

• Keep your fingers crossed – Hope for good luck
I’ve got my exam tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed!
माझा उद्या पेपर आहे. नशीबासाठी बोटं क्रॉस कर!

• Keep mum – Stay silent
She kept mum during the meeting.
बैठकीत तिने काहीच बोलले नाही.

• Keep tabs on – Monitor someone/something
The manager keeps tabs on all projects.
व्यवस्थापक सर्व प्रकल्पांवर लक्ष ठेवतो.