Keep from
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Restraint
Use 'keep from' to express control over emotions or reactions in difficult or surprising situations.
Despite the setback, he kept from getting angry.
Pro Tip 2/3Intentional Effort
Emphasizes the deliberate effort to avoid a certain action or reaction.
She kept from interrupting the speaker, even though she disagreed.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtlety
Can imply subtle feelings of difficulty or reluctance in the action being avoided.
He couldn’t keep from smiling, despite the formality of the occasion.
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