KEEPING UP Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in holding up

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verb

present participle of keep up

as in surviving

to continue to operate or to meet one's needs let's hope that old air conditioner keeps up through this heat wave

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as in preserving

to keep in good condition kept the house up while the owners were gone

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as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state let's hope this beautiful weather keeps up for the rest of our vacation

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Recent Examples of keeping up

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Experts say consumers can stay safe from outbreaks by keeping up with food recalls, washing produce well, refrigerating produce properly, and monitoring symptoms linked to foodborne illnesses. — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 In turn, keeping up with the new federal loan changes has become almost as challenging as making the payments for the borrowers who are struggling to afford their student loan debt. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 Some respondents have opted to reduce their plan contributions or borrow from their 401(k)s to meet other financial goals, such as reducing debt, paying for emergency expenses or keeping up with rising living costs, according to the results. — Lorie Konish, CNBC, 15 July 2026 But rookie Brandon Valenzuela admitted recently that he's had some trouble keeping up with the evolving celebrations. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The authors recommended keeping up the funding, though the report didn’t elaborate on extending those initiatives. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 July 2026 Both Faulstich and the couple’s son, Matt Gates, praised their father’s commitment to routine, both in keeping up the tradition of the Peachtree Road Race and life in general. — Andre Butso, AJC.com, 2 July 2026 In the sweet family snap, Mahomes posed wearing a no-fuss crossbody sling bag that’s ideal for staying hands-free — and keeping up with her and Patrick Mahomes’ three children, Sterling, Bronze, and Golden. — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Nowadays, Monson de Kansky still keeps busy, whether by managing the Sierra Madre property; spending time with her four children, six grandchildren and cat, Lizzie; keeping up with current affairs and old friends; or, naturally, teaching dance. — Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeping up

Adjective

Does this sound like the foundation for a true and lasting love?

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
These three nesting baskets are made from durable water hyacinth wicker that’s aesthetically pleasing and more importantly, long lasting.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

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In another study published this year, researchers used a DMPU/ethylene glycol-potassium hydroxide system to completely convert PET in polyester/cotton blends at 70 degrees Celsius in 30 minutes, recovering TPA while preserving the cotton component.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
Roku offers a considerably larger distribution platform while also preserving the free-access strategy the league pursued with Victory+.

— Asli Pelit, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of preserving

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As one of the world’s leading manta ray research organizations, The Manta Trust is dedicated to educating and conserving habitats for these majestic creatures.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
Colorado has been dealing with significant drought conditions this year, and conserving water is proving challenging.

— Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of conserving

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Her team said they were touched by the idea and are open to continuing the conversation, according to Lee.

— Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 Aug. 2026
The two had spent a few days in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu to acclimate to the higher altitude of the Himalayas, before continuing north toward the Chinese border with a tour group.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026

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One of those holding out hope is kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart, who was abducted from her home at age 14 in 2002 and rescued nine months later.

— Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 24 Aug. 2026
Forwark is holding out for hers — especially after watching her best friend, who’d been on dating apps since 2012, meet the love of her life on Hinge this year at 40.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 21 Aug. 2026