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[keep] / kip /






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Kevin Donegan, who commanded U.S. naval forces in the Middle East, said he expects the U.S. to keep a presence in Bahrain, which is considered a strong ally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Nowhere has he had greater success than in re-establishing the right to keep and bear arms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

“It was everywhere before I even wanted to talk about it, so I had no choice to keep it private … of course it’s definitely hard for me.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

The company had been using its strong relationship with suppliers to negotiate costs and keep prices stable.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

Hopeful, I keep my face blank, my palms on the table.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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