| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
keep behind [kiːp bɪˈhaɪnd] | to make someone stay after others have left |
Other meanings
- to hold someone back
- to delay someone
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "keep behind"
- The teacher kept behind two students after class.
- The guard kept behind the suspect for questioning.
- She was kept behind because the manager wanted to talk to her.
Features of Using "keep behind"
This phrasal verb is mainly used when a person in authority makes someone stay in a place, often for discipline, questioning, or discussion.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb keep
keep apart
to prevent things or people from coming together
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