keep (one's) place
To be aware of the limit of one's role in a particular place or situation. I keep my place and don't bother the CEO when I see him around the office. I'm just an intern, after all.
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keep (something of someone's or something's)
to retain something that belongs to or is associated with someone or something. I would love to keep this handkerchief of yours. I want to keep a memento of the occasion.
keep one's place
Fig. to exhibit only the behavior appropriate to one's position or status in life. When I complained about the food, they told me to keep my place! I suggest you keep your place until you're in a position to change things.
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keep
/hold (one's) peace To be silent.
keep
/know (one's) place To recognize one's social position and act according to traditional decorum.
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