Meanings
A reference to keeping campfires, lights, etc. at one's home village burning, often while part of the population travels elsewhere to hunt, etc.
How to pronounce "keep the home fires burning":
AU
To maintain daily routine and provide the necessities of life in a home or community.
Example Sentences
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Even though he was away on a business trip, John made sure to keep the home fires burning by calling his wife every day.
2
While studying abroad, Emma contacted her family regularly to keep the home fires burning.
3
Despite working long hours at the office, Tom always found time to keep the home fires burning by cooking dinner for his family.
4
Although Sarah was busy with her new job, she managed to keep the home fires burning by scheduling family game nights.
5
During his military deployment, Mark sent letters to his loved ones to keep the home fires burning.
