Keep
Keep verb - To mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony.
Turn back
Turn back verb - To drive back.
Both terms in one sentence
- Werewolves in Werewolf: The Forsaken turn back into humans when slain, which helps them keep the Masquerade up.
Source: This Was His True Form - Homura continues to turn back time until she can keep her friend from powering up in order to save her life (and the planet).
Source: Eleventh Hour Superpower -
Anti-Frustration Features: If your vehicle is turned over, it'll shortly turn back over to allow you to keep driving it.
Source: Video Game / Jak 3: Wastelander
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