Phrasal Verb - preventing or hindering

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Definition

Keep from is a phrasal verb that means to prevent or hinder someone or something from doing something. It is often used to express the idea of stopping an action or preventing a situation from happening. This phrasal verb can be used both transitively and intransitively.

Examples

No.	Example
1	She kept her siblings from fighting by distracting them with a game.
2	We kept the ball from going out of bounds by catching it before it reached the line.
3	He kept himself from getting wet by standing under the awning.
4	She kept her emotions from showing during the interview.
5	They kept the noise from disturbing the neighbors by turning down the music.
6	He was determined to keep his promises from being broken.
7	She kept the secret from her friends by not telling them.
8	They kept the children from getting bored by planning various activities.
9	He kept the rain from getting in by closing the windows.
10	She kept the dog from barking by giving it a treat