keep in some place
keep in
1. To physically hold or force someone or something to stay in a particular space or area. A noun or pronoun can be used between "keep" and "in." Keep the kids in the house while I try to scare off this raccoon. Can you please keep the dog in his crate when Clara comes over? She's afraid of dogs.
2. To store something in a particular place. A noun or pronoun can be used between "keep" and "in." Why do you insist on keeping the raisins in the refrigerator? They're hard as a rock now!
3. To restrain something, usually laughter. A noun or pronoun can be used between "keep" and "in." I had a hard time keeping in my laughter when Uncle Ned walked in wearing that gigantic straw hat of his.
4. To keep someone informed about and/or involved in something, such as a plan or project, especially that which involves or pertains to a specific group. A noun or pronoun can be used between "keep" and "in." We've hired a new intern to help you with data entry, so be sure to keep her in on the project.
See also: keep
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
keep someone or something in some place
to house or maintain someone or something in some place. We keep the boys in an apartment just off campus. It's cheaper than three dormitory rooms. We can keep your dog in the garage until you return.
See also: keep, place
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- keep in
- bear/keep somebody/something in mind
- keep behind
- keep company
- keep away
- keep away (from someone or something)
- keep (one's) eyes on (someone or something)
- keep (someone) in the picture
- keep ahead
- keep ahead (of someone or something)