keys

/ kiːz /

interjection

1. dialect.
   a children's cry for truce or respite from the rules of a game

Word History and Origins

Origin of keys¹

origin uncertain

Example Sentences

She cast her progressive aims as the whole nation’s business and the keys to showing the world what America is made of.

From Salon

Regarding concerns about manhole covers, Bellway said keys were needed to lift them and any loose covers had been "remedied" when spotted by the onsite team.

From BBC

If you see an instrument made out of keyboard keys, the story goes that Lari is likely the one who swiped them from Tiana’s computer.

From Los Angeles Times

He pushed his way into her car, demanding her keys, police said.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps it feels like “Where are my keys?” and “Where did I leave my wallet?” have become common refrains.

From Los Angeles Times

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