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to keep off
01
to avoid entering or walking onto a specific area or surface
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
off
Base verb
keep
Present tense
keep off
3rd person singular
keeps off
Present participle
keeping off
Past simple
kept off
Past participle
kept off
Examples
Please keep off the construction site for your safety.
02
to refrain from consuming or or indulging in something, often for health or lifestyle reasons
Examples
I kept off sugary snacks during my weight loss journey.
03
to prevent someone or something from touching, coming close, or interacting with somebody or something else
Examples
She uses repellent to keep off mosquitoes while camping.
04
(of rain, snow, etc.) to not fall or affect a specific area
Examples
The forecast says the rain will keep off, so the outdoor event should be fine.
05
to avoid discussing or mentioning a particular topic
Examples
It 's best to keep off personal matters during the business meeting.
