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keep constant

[/kiːp ˈkɒnstənt/]
verb phrase
manter constante
1. to maintain something at a steady, unchanging level or state
We need to keep constant pressure on the wound to stop the bleeding.
Precisamos manter pressão constante na ferida para parar o sangramento.
2. to preserve consistency in an action, quality, or condition
The temperature must be kept constant for the experiment to work properly.
A temperatura deve ser mantida constante para que o experimento funcione corretamente.
3. to remain loyal or faithful to someone or something
She kept constant in her support despite all the criticism.
Ela manteve-se constante no seu apoio apesar de todas as críticas.
Synonyms
maintainsustainpreservekeep steadykeep stable
Antonyms
varyfluctuatechangealterwaver

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter constante
most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
manter constante
standard usage
Portugal
manter constante
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a constant vigil
keep constant watch
keep constant pace with
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