What does "keep things together" mean?

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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What does “keep things together” mean?

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Hi Liu,

As you have quoted it, it could mean one or two things. Perhaps you could show me the rest of the sentence in which you have seen this expression.

Alan

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the context is “I went to doctor after doctor with him, and saw him go through so much. Everyone said that I must keep a positive attitude for his sake, because attitude means everything. So, in times of stress, I was the one that had to keep things together. I pushed all my emotions aside and was strong for him.”

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Hi Liu,

Thanks for that. In that context I would suggest it means: keep a sense of proportion - remain calm and positive.

Hope that helps.

Alan

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Hi, Alan. Thanks a lot for your help.

And I forgot the password of this forum, how can I get to know it?
Thanks again.

Liu