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What does keep up with mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word keep up with? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. To manage to remain beside or just behind someone or something that is moving away from one.
  2. (figuratively) To manage to remain up to date with trends, fashions, etc
  3. To manage to follow an argument, a discussion, etc.
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The women have to purchase expensive gowns and matching accessories to keep up with expectations.
It encourages my child to attend college regularly and punctually and keep up with the course work.
Glint came in, looking tired out, and as well she might, trying to keep up with the three children.
Tom is still performing, taking time each day to keep up with his dotted quavers and four beat notes.
Millions of middle-class families like these are working hard and trying to get ahead, but they just can't keep up with the health care costs.
On weekends, I found that I could actually keep up with my husband when we went hiking or biking.

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