idiom
Keep Your Guard Up
KEEP yor GARD UP
/kiːp jɔːr ɡɑːrd ʌp/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
keepyourguardup
Dictionary meaning
To remain alert and cautious, ready to defend against potential threats or deception.
Examples
- The negotiators were told to keep their guard up even after the initial agreement was reached.
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