Keeping
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The present participle of 'keep', meaning to retain possession of something, to maintain in a specified state or condition, or to continue doing an activity. It can also mean storing or caring for something.
“She is keeping a detailed record of all expenses to help with the tax return.”
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keep·ing
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Wordle
Contains double E and the -ING ending; watch for the K-P consonant combination
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; the K (5 points) and P (3 points) add value to the -ING pattern
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