Meaning of keep up in English

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  1. Verb

    keep up

    Definitions

    1. maintain a required pace or level

    Examples

    • « He could not keep up and dropped out of the race »
  2. 2. lengthen or extend in duration or space

    Examples

    • « We sustained the diplomatic negociations as long as possible »
    • « prolong the treatment of the patient »
    • « keep up the good work »
  3. 3. keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction

    Examples

    • « We preserve these archeological findings »
    • « The old lady could not keep up the building »
    • « children must be taught to conserve our national heritage »
    • « The museum curator conserved the an »
  4. 4. keep informed

    Examples

    • « He kept up on his country's foreign policies »
  5. 5. prevent from going to bed at night

    Examples

    • « The anticipation of the trip kept the children up all night »
    • « I kept myself up all night studying for the exam »