always keep vs keep always

Both 'always keep' and 'keep always' can be correct, but the first version is preferred. 'Always keep' is more commonly used in English and is the standard word order. 'Keep always' is less common and may sound formal or poetic.

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Last updated: September 07, 2024

always keep

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the standard word order in English and is commonly used to emphasize the importance of consistently keeping something.

Examples:

Always keep your promises.
Always keep a positive attitude.
Always keep learning new things.
Always keep your room tidy.
Always keep safety in mind.

Alternatives:

Always remember to keep
Always make sure to keep
Always ensure to keep
Always maintain
Always retain

keep always

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

'Keep always' can be used for stylistic variation or to create a more formal or poetic tone.

Examples:

Keep always a watchful eye.
Keep always the faith.
Keep always a sense of wonder.
Keep always a grateful heart.
Keep always the fire burning.

Alternatives:

Always keep
Maintain always
Retain always
Keep in mind always
Keep constantly

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