keep the thread

Frequency: 5.85.0 per million words

To maintain one's focus on the main line of an argument or story, especially with interruptions.

threadVERB + thread

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keep

Examples (10)

  • She struggled against all the interruptions to keep the thread of her argument.
  • It can be difficult to keep the thread of a complex discussion.
  • Despite the constant distractions, he managed to keep the thread of his thoughts.
  • Please try to keep the thread of the main topic during the debate.
  • The author cleverly kept the thread of the mystery engaging throughout the novel.
  • To understand the plot, you must keep the thread of events in mind.
  • We must keep the thread of our conversation focused on the solution.
  • Even with multiple speakers, a good facilitator helps everyone keep the thread.
  • He took a moment to gather his thoughts and keep the thread of his explanation.
  • It is essential for a leader to keep the thread of their vision clear for the team.