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keep company

/kiːp ˈkʌmpəni/

VERB

1. Providing companionship

To spend time with someone, accompany them, or stay with them so they are not alone.

1.1. Accompanying and spending time with someone

Used to describe staying with someone, accompanying them, or spending time together to provide companionship, comfort, or company.

Synonyms

  • accompany
  • associate with
  • consort with
  • spend time with
  • hang around with
  • hang out with
  • chum with
  • pal around with
  • socialize with
  • mingle with
  • go around with
  • go along with
  • befriend
  • companion

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Examples

  • The elderly couple enjoys sitting on the porch to keep company with each other.
  • As she reads, her cat likes to keep company by curling up on her lap.
  • He decided to keep company with friends for a relaxing evening at the park.
  • The loyal dog was always there to keep company during lonely nights.

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1.2. Socializing and associating with others

Used to describe regularly spending time with particular people, socializing with them, or maintaining friendly associations and relationships.

Synonyms

  • socialize with
  • associate with
  • consort with
  • fraternize with
  • mingle with
  • hobnob with
  • hang out with
  • pal around with
  • chum around with
  • mix with

Antonyms

  • isolate oneself
  • avoid
  • shun
  • disassociate
  • withdraw
  • keep away from

Examples

  • He decided to keep company with friends for a relaxing evening at the park.
  • They enjoy keeping company with people who share their interests.
  • She prefers to keep company with supportive and positive friends.

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