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keep up (1)

Meaning: to continue doing something that has been successful

Synonym: maintain

For example:

  • keep up something You've been performing very well lately. Keep up the good work!

  • keep something up Your work has been excellent recently. Keep it up!

Quick Quiz:

Manchester United have been playing very well. If they keep it up, they will
  1. lose some games soon
  2. have a change of luck
  3. win more games

Grammar explanation: separable and non-separable phrasal verbs

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