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Emotional Weight

Indicates strong emotional attachment or significance when applied to personal items or relationships.

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He offered me his grandfather's watch to remember him by, it was for keeps.
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Irrevocable Decisions

Used to describe decisions that are final and cannot be undone or changed in the future.

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When she moved abroad, it was for keeps; she wasn't planning to return.
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In Games

Commonly used to express seriousness in games or contests, meaning the outcome has consequences or permanent rewards.

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We're playing marbles for keeps, so if you lose, you don't get them back.
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