Keep back

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verb

To stay at a distance from something or someone, or avoid getting too close.

The police officer told the crowd to keep back.
Visual representation of "keep back" - To stay at a distance from something or someone, or avoid getting too close.

Often appears as...

  • keep back from
  • keep someone back
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Visual representation of "keep back"
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Physical Space

Use 'keep back' to maintain a safe or respectful distance in physical spaces.

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During the concert, fans were asked to keep back from the stage.
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Security Measures

'Keep back' often relates to safety and security advice or instructions.

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The signs near the cliff warned hikers to keep back.
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Authority Commands

Authorities use 'keep back' to control crowds or manage a scene.

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The firefighter shouted to keep back from the burning building.
Visual representation of the word "Keep back"

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