get into/keep bad company

get into bad company

To begin associating with unsavory people. You have gotten into some bad company these days, Bill, and if you get arrested, I am not bailing you out! Sure, my mom thinks that I've gotten into bad company, but my new friends are just so much fun! Who was that shady character you were just talking to? Please tell me you haven't gotten into bad company at school.
See also: bad, company, get

keep bad company

To associate with unsavory people. You are keeping some bad company these days, Bill, and if you get arrested, I am not bailing you out! Sure, my mom thinks that I've started keeping bad company, but my new friends are just so much fun!
See also: bad, company, keep
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get into/keep bad ˈcompany

be friends with people that others disapprove of: I’m worried about Joe — I think he’s getting into bad company.
See also: bad, company, get, keep
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