Dunk kept his shield up, trying to time his attack.

It is not uncommon for a warrior to keep his shield in its case or cover when not fighting.

"Are you keeping your shield up over the place?"

I turned to tell Ethelwold to make certain he kept his shield up, but saw lie had taken a new place in the rear rank.

Ser Vardis turned to follow, keeping his shield between them.

Spock brought up the rear, keeping his shield at chest level.

Jonas was trying to run while keeping his shield over his head, and not doing a very good job of it.

The important thing is keeping your own shield in the same position all the way through.

Of equal concern, he didn't know how long he could keep his personal shield on before it overheated.

Having to keep my shield closed was handicapping me, nearly to the crippling point.