1
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
The food and drink The food here is exceptional, and there's a common thread—an obsession with fine quality and maintaining exclusivity.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
The nylon films were flexible, tough and reliable, maintaining their ability to turn movement into power.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The news came after the latest Justice Department release made public emails between Ruemmler and Epstein that appeared to show the two maintaining a close relationship years after Epstein’s 2008 guilty plea.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 21 Feb. 2026
If the 27-year-old can build upon those gains by maintaining consistent mechanics, nothing less than a very good offensive season should result.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Additional Pre-Spring Lawn Care Clearing debris is essential for maintaining a healthy lawn, but other yard tasks can also significantly enhance the overall health of your outdoor space.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
This bond-building cleanser reinforces internal hair structure while maintaining hydration.
—Jamie Wilson, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2026
Amid recent strikes in France and Italy, how is Ubisoft addressing employee concerns in these regions while maintaining operational stability?
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Sustaining the county’s growth and maintaining affordability are critical objectives.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
The nylon films were flexible, tough and reliable, maintaining their ability to turn movement into power.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The news came after the latest Justice Department release made public emails between Ruemmler and Epstein that appeared to show the two maintaining a close relationship years after Epstein’s 2008 guilty plea.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 21 Feb. 2026
If the 27-year-old can build upon those gains by maintaining consistent mechanics, nothing less than a very good offensive season should result.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Additional Pre-Spring Lawn Care Clearing debris is essential for maintaining a healthy lawn, but other yard tasks can also significantly enhance the overall health of your outdoor space.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
This bond-building cleanser reinforces internal hair structure while maintaining hydration.
—Jamie Wilson, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2026
Amid recent strikes in France and Italy, how is Ubisoft addressing employee concerns in these regions while maintaining operational stability?
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Sustaining the county’s growth and maintaining affordability are critical objectives.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintaining
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For said participating brands, the structure is meant to remove volume constraints while preserving existing supplier relationships.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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That reverence derives from Dolce&Gabbana’s investment in promoting and preserving Italy’s culture and artisanal traditions.—
Jane Wooldridge,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Olympics soon will be without Sweden’s defending champion men’s team, which was officially eliminated from semifinal contention on Tuesday after a sixth loss in seven matches in round-robin play.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Riverside native and Santa Monica High graduate went on to win five consecutive fights defending her title and becoming a global superstar along the way.—
Brian Martin,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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For families Families are welcome and kids seem rather well behaved, keeping the with the resort’s chill vibe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The quote was apt considering that after her win — her first medal since scoring a silver in the combined at the 2018 games in Pyeongchang following an 0-8 string of loses at the Winter Games — Shiffrin talked about pushing away the criticism and keeping her eyes on the prize.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
20 Feb. 2026
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The group sued top Missouri state officials and lawmakers in October, arguing the ballot measure, called Amendment 4, misled voters by burying its true intent — the direct democracy overhaul — under other bullet points.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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The government defended the tariffs as legitimate responses to national security concerns and unfair trade practices, arguing that Congress had clearly intended to give presidents latitude to act swiftly.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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The decision followed 10 months of tense court proceedings, during which Yoon remained unapologetic, insisting that his actions were a legitimate exercise of presidential authority aimed at countering his liberal rivals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2026
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TikToks promising secret loopholes, Reddit threads dissecting deductions and content creators insisting ways to outsmart the IRS.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Zack took the cue and led with Altadena’s sense of independence as a quality worth conserving.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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This time, the World team only got a token 5-minute appearance from the Lakers’ Luka Doncic, in this case legitimately conserving himself while coming back from a hamstring injury.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
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Every department should be submitting regular reports justifying expenses, if not their own continued existence.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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There were outings when Flaherty looked every bit the best version of himself, justifying the Detroit Tigers’ decision to reunite with him after trading him at the 2024 deadline.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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The active component in milk thistle seeds, silymarin, has been shown in some studies to increase glutathione levels naturally up to 35-50% by protecting liver cells and supporting their function.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
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The presenters discussed how periodontitis, a severe form of gum disease that worsens with age, affects the bone and tissues supporting the teeth.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Maintaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintaining. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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