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keep (one's) peace - 1 dictionary result
peace   (pēs)   
n.  
  1. The absence of war or other hostilities.
  2. An agreement or a treaty to end hostilities.
  3. Freedom from quarrels and disagreement; harmonious relations: roommates living in peace with each other.
  4. Public security and order: was arrested for disturbing the peace.
  5. Inner contentment; serenity: peace of mind.
interj.  Used as a greeting or farewell, and as a request for silence.

[Middle English pes, from Old French pais, pes, from Latin pāx, pāc-; see pax.]
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