(idiomatic) To perform satisfactory physical labor or to provide other worthy services in return for remuneration, lodging, or other benefits; to support oneself financially.

(idiomatic) To remain composed, calm, and even-tempered, especially in a provocative situation.

(idiomatic) To keep one's cool; to stay calm.

(idiomatic) To keep someone uninformed and waiting for a response.

(chiefly UK) To keep in practice.

(idiomatic) To remain with or accompany someone, especially to make them feel more comfortable with a certain situation.

(idiomatic) To stay out of trouble or follow a righteous (God-fearing) path.

Even if something seems to become more and more unlikely, do not stop believing in it.

(transitive) Keep at a distance, away from one's body. / (transitive, figuratively) Avoid direct confrontation or struggle. / (transitive, figuratively) Avoid a close relationship.

(idiomatic) To maintain one's livelihood; to continue to procure the necessities of living. / (idiomatic) To continue going on actively, as in certain games.