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keep abreast

[/kiːp əˈbrest/]
verb phrase
manter-se atualizado; acompanhar
1. To stay informed about current events or developments; to remain up-to-date with something
I try to keep abreast of the latest news in technology.
Tento manter-me atualizado com as últimas notícias em tecnologia.
2. To maintain the same pace or level as someone or something; to keep up with
She works hard to keep abreast of her competitors.
Ela trabalha duro para acompanhar seus concorrentes.
Synonyms
keep up withstay informedkeep currentremain updatedstay abreast
Antonyms
fall behindlaglose touch

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter-se atualizado; acompanhar
Most commonly used variation in Brazil
Portugal
manter-se informado; estar a par de
Slightly more formal usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep up with the times
stay in the loop
keep one's finger on the pulse
stay on top of things
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