Keep up
Keep up verb - To continue to operate or to meet one's needs.
Reach
Reach verb - To transmit information or requests to.
Usage example: you can reach me by phone after 3:00 p.m. most days
Both terms in one sentence
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The roster didn't quite reach the 56 characters of its predecessor, but several old favorites slipped in alongside numerous newcomers to keep up with the popularity of certain characters of the time.
Source: Video Game / Marvel vs. Capcom 3 -
Then the player would strive to reach it, it would keep up motivation the game through.
Source: Video Game / ICO -
Keep up the combo long enough, and your foes will reach orbit.
Source: Video Game / Avalon Code
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