Answer: keeping

AnswerCrossword Clue
keepingconformity
keepingto stay in good condition
keepingto obey or fulfill
keepingto prevent
keepingto cause to continue in a given position or state
keepingto retain in one's possession
keepingboard and lodging
keepingcustody (guardianship)
keepingto continue or go on
KEEPINGStoring
keepingto take care of
keepingcare
KEEPINGStaying fresh
KEEPINGGuardianship
KEEPINGHouse or book follower
KEEPINGHanging on to
KEEPINGCustody