Cryptic crossword clue
Keep on 23 Across 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 plus 1 letter word RESERVE} –

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The straight part
We know that "Keep" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case keep = reserve} –.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does RESERVE} – mean?

RESERVE} – noun
  1. (behaviour) Restriction.
  2. That which is reserved or kept back, as for future use.
  3. (social) Something initially kept back for later use in a recreation.
  4. In exhibitions, a distinction indicating that the recipient will get a prize in the event of another person being disqualified.
  5. (calico printing) A resist.
  6. A preparation used on an object being electroplated to fix the limits of the deposit.
RESERVE} – verb
  1. To keep back; to retain.
  2. To keep in store for future or special use.
  3. To book in advance; to make a reservation.
  4. To make an exception of; to except.

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