Desist and Keep up

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Desist verb - Choose not to consume.

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Keep up is an antonym for desist.

Nearby Words: desisted, desisting

Keep up verb - To remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state.

Usage example: let's hope this beautiful weather keeps up for the rest of our vacation

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Desist is an antonym for keep up.

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