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English

keep time

verb

Meaning

  1. To measure time.
  2. To indicate the time correctly (of a timepiece).
  3. To make any regular rhythmical movements at the same time with others.
  4. To control the beat or rhythm of a song played by a music group.
  5. (e.g. of a train) To maintain a schedule set out in a timetable.

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data