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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
Then, a mounting body of scientific evidence suggested that occasional burning is key to maintaining a healthy ecosystem in the park, leading park officials to implement a system of preventative burning.
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Jack Guy, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
The remakes will prioritize contemporary storytelling, elevated production values and fresh creative voices while maintaining the raw energy of the originals.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
His secret to maintaining success is constantly learning.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
Malanda’s red card for denying a goal-scoring opportunity transformed a routine home victory into a devastating 4-1 collapse, ending Charlotte FC’s hopes of maintaining their fortress-like dominance with two crucial regular-season matches remaining.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Wacha navigated a few baserunners while maintaining an early lead.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Sony said the separation allows the financial arm, which includes Sony Life Insurance, Sony Assurance and Sony Bank, to raise its own growth capital while maintaining brand ties with the wider Sony ecosystem, according to a filing translated by Google.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
But hope is essential to fighting off despair and maintaining the ability to act.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025
America’s genius has been our ability to incorporate diverse influences while maintaining our essential character.
—Kristie De Pena, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Jack Guy, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
The remakes will prioritize contemporary storytelling, elevated production values and fresh creative voices while maintaining the raw energy of the originals.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
His secret to maintaining success is constantly learning.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
Malanda’s red card for denying a goal-scoring opportunity transformed a routine home victory into a devastating 4-1 collapse, ending Charlotte FC’s hopes of maintaining their fortress-like dominance with two crucial regular-season matches remaining.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Wacha navigated a few baserunners while maintaining an early lead.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Sony said the separation allows the financial arm, which includes Sony Life Insurance, Sony Assurance and Sony Bank, to raise its own growth capital while maintaining brand ties with the wider Sony ecosystem, according to a filing translated by Google.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
But hope is essential to fighting off despair and maintaining the ability to act.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025
America’s genius has been our ability to incorporate diverse influences while maintaining our essential character.
—Kristie De Pena, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintaining
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The morning kicked off behind the Rose Creek Cottage and was one of many activities hosted by Friends of Rose Creek, an organization aimed at preserving the natural habitat and connecting community members.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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Key priorities include preserving existing structures and materials for sustainability and innovation while maintaining a vision for diverse housing options.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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The team went to the Eastern Conference finals last season after unexpectedly knocking off the defending world champion Boston Celtics in the second round before falling to the Indiana Pacers.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The pop singer and humanitarian Sting has likewise spoken out about this concept in the past when defending his performance in Uzbekistan in 2009.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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Daniel Jones has been accurate and efficient, and Jonathan Taylor continues to be a workhorse in the backfield, breaking through tackles and keeping defenses honest.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Republicans control both chambers of Congress, but a temporary measure keeping the government open would require at least 60 votes in the 100-seat Senate, meaning some Democratic votes are needed.—
Terry Moseley,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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For decades, DeLodder said, hospitals have quelled the establishment of freestanding birthing centers by arguing against their necessity.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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The budget director wrote the project’s chapter on the Executive Office of the President, arguing that the bureaucracy is riddled with inefficiencies and corruption.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Oct. 2025
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Democrats are also insisting on reversing cuts to Medicaid that were included the GOP’s signature tax measure earlier this year.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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The government has adopted a different tone, placing her name on the FBI's Most Wanted list, and insisting her return is key to normalizing relations with Cuba.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Iran can achieve that by abandoning water-hungry crops, shifting to smart farming, conserving every drop, and reviving flood-management techniques Iranians once mastered to recharge depleted aquifers.—
Nik Kowsar,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
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While the app is available and encouraged year-round, the week was a spotlight on the importance of joint effort when conserving the environment, Zirk said.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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During the event, Dixon argued in favor of armed political action, while justifying it as self-defense against Nazis, fascists and White supremacists.—
Julia Bonavita , Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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That was until Eric Adams stepped in with a rare veto on the council’s vote, justifying his decision by claiming that the Bronx should have the same odds to be chosen for a casino as other parts of New York City.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
30 Sep. 2025
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Beautiful clean coal has been a reliable energy source supporting American communities and economic growth for generations.—
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Since winning the primary in June, Mamdani has taken steps to come toward moderate voters who have been lukewarm in supporting him.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Maintaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintaining. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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