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maintain
Synonyms and Antonyms of maintain
- He repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby.
- Part of debating is learning to maintain your position in the face of harsh challenges.
stand up for, stick up for
- We simply cannot afford to maintain a horse.
foot the bill (for), take care of
- She continued to maintain that a sewing machine would end up paying for itself since she could make her own clothes.
- He maintains that there is indeed hard evidence for extraterrestrial visitors.
put forth
Synonym Discussion of maintain
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- steadfastly maintained his innocence
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- asserted her rights
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- defended his voting record
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- his success vindicated our faith in him
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- the action was used to justify military intervention
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