Keep up with
verb
To continue at the same speed or level as another person or thing.
You'll have to run faster if you want to keep up with me.
Often appears as...
- keep up with the pace
- keep up with the news
verb
To continue to learn or understand the latest news, fashion, etc.
I find it hard to keep up with the latest technology.
Often appears as...
- keep up with trends
- keep up with advancements
verb
To continue to do something at the same, usually high, level.
She finds it hard to keep up with her homework.
Often appears as...
- keep up with work
- keep up with duties
Usage tips
Academic
verb
To continue at the same speed or level as another person or thing.
You'll have to run faster if you want to keep up with me.
Often appears as...
- keep up with the pace
- keep up with the news
verb
To continue to learn or understand the latest news, fashion, etc.
I find it hard to keep up with the latest technology.
Often appears as...
- keep up with trends
- keep up with advancements
verb
To continue to do something at the same, usually high, level.
She finds it hard to keep up with her homework.
Often appears as...
- keep up with work
- keep up with duties
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
Used in situations involving competition or comparison in progress and speed.
She's training hard to keep up with the other athletes.
Pro Tip 2/3Group Activities
Often used when someone tries to match the pace or level of a group.
During the tour, try to keep up with the guide and the rest of the group.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
Can be used metaphorically, not just for physical speed.
You need to keep up with the class if you miss a lecture.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
Used in situations involving competition or comparison in progress and speed.
She's training hard to keep up with the other athletes.
Pro Tip 2/3Group Activities
Often used when someone tries to match the pace or level of a group.
During the tour, try to keep up with the guide and the rest of the group.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
Can be used metaphorically, not just for physical speed.
You need to keep up with the class if you miss a lecture.
Pro Tip 1/3Competitive Context
Used in situations involving competition or comparison in progress and speed.
She's training hard to keep up with the other athletes.
Pro Tip 2/3Group Activities
Often used when someone tries to match the pace or level of a group.
During the tour, try to keep up with the guide and the rest of the group.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
Can be used metaphorically, not just for physical speed.
You need to keep up with the class if you miss a lecture.
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