Phrasal Verb - keeping out
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.Definition
- Preventing someone or something from entering or continuing in a place or situation.
- Preventing an unwanted situation or experience from happening.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The bouncer kept out the rowdy crowd from entering the club. |
| 2 | John kept out the cold by wearing a thick coat. |
| 3 | Mary kept out the noise by using earplugs. |
| 4 | The police kept out the rioters from the city center. |
| 5 | Sarah kept out the rain by staying under the umbrella. |
| 6 | The teacher kept out disruptive students from the class. |
| 7 | Tom kept out the competition by setting a high price for his goods. |
| 8 | The firewall keeps out viruses and malware from your computer. |
| 9 | The fence keeps out stray animals from the garden. |
| 10 | The sunscreen keeps out harmful UV rays from your skin. |