MAINTAINING Synonyms: 138 Similar and Opposite Words

maintaining

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Definition of maintaining next

present participle of maintain

as in preserving

to keep in good condition he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby

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as in defending

to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections part of debating is learning to maintain your position in the face of harsh challenges

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as in keeping

to pay the living expenses of we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse

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as in arguing

to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration she continued to maintain that a sewing machine would end up paying for itself since she could make her own clothes

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as in insisting

to state as a fact usually forcefully he maintains that there is indeed hard evidence for extraterrestrial visitors

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Recent Examples of maintaining Self-cleaning and self-maintaining public restrooms do exist, and other communities in the nation use them. —

Michael Perkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026 The briefing was different in the sense that Rubio effectively answered foreign policy questions while maintaining a lighthearted, playful composure with the press corps. —

David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 9 May 2026 Safer pest control options include planting pest-deterring plants, using physical barriers, and maintaining a clean, healthy garden. —

Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026 The apps can also stabilize footage using various criteria, such as maintaining a level horizon. —

David Szondy may 09, New Atlas, 9 May 2026 Now, the city of Independence is considering selling the property to offset the cost of maintaining it, potentially for a symbolic amount as low as $1. —

Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026 This approach also allows for lower doses of individual drugs, including cisplatin, which can help reduce toxicity while maintaining therapeutic benefit. —

Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026 Keep the conversation moving, and let flexibility strengthen your position and perspective while maintaining your sense of balance and fairness. —

Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026 According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, rattlesnakes play an important role in maintaining biodiversity and are typically not aggressive, though bites can occur if the animals feel threatened. —

Staff Author, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026

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Landon said that by preserving farmland and supporting local producers, Placer County can remain strong for generations to come.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
The museum started out collecting and preserving historical artifacts, which has grown to a 40,000-piece collection.

— Amanda Rosa May 7, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026