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keeping company

/ˈkiːpɪŋ ˈkʌmpəni/

VERB

1. Spending time with or accompanying someone

The act of being with someone, accompanying them, or spending time together to provide companionship, attention, or social interaction.

1.1. Providing companionship or spending time together

Refers to being with someone and sharing their time or activities, often to offer companionship, prevent loneliness, or enjoy each other's presence.

Synonyms

  • accompanying
  • attending
  • escorting
  • spending time with
  • being with
  • associating with

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Examples

  • I enjoy keeping company with my close friends on weekends.
  • The old man spent his days quietly, keeping company with his memories.
  • Despite the storm, the cat insisted on keeping company with its owner.

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1.2. Dating or engaging in romantic courtship

Refers to spending time with someone in a romantic or affectionate relationship, especially while courting, dating, or developing a romantic connection.

Synonyms

  • dating
  • courting
  • going out
  • going steady
  • romancing
  • seeing
  • wooing
  • sparking
  • stepping out
  • taking out

Antonyms

  • avoiding
  • rejecting
  • shunning
  • breaking up
  • separating

Examples

  • They have been keeping company for several months.
  • He began keeping company with her after they met at university.
  • The young couple were keeping company before announcing their engagement.

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