Phrase guide

keep out of

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To stay away from (a place or condition).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I am keeping out of trouble.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To restrain someone or something from entering (a place or condition).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • He kept me out of the house while he was redecorating.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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