Keep
Keep verb - To mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony.
Running away is an antonym for keep.
Running away
Running away noun - The act of leaving (without permission) the place you are expected to be.
Both terms in one sentence
- Kiss of the Vampire: "Standard" vampires like Andre have this ability, Diana theorizes it developed as a way to keep dinner from running away.
Source: Literature / Diana Tregarde -
Chained Heat: Vaines chains himself to Sarah partway through the movie to keep her from running away.
Source: Film / The Descent Part 2 -
Would Hit a Girl: Tired of running away, Magica pointed out to Fergus she's a woman, (mistakenly) believing that's be enough to keep him from hitting her.
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