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as in preserves
to keep in good condition
he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby
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as in defends
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 supports
to pay the living expenses of
we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse
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as in argues
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 insists
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 maintains
The administration maintains that the NCPC has jurisdiction over construction rather than demolition.
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Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
According to AskUSDA, ground spices have a shorter shelf life compared to that of whole spices as the latter maintains its aroma and flavor longer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
Each retails between $130 and $140 and maintains Xtratuf’s F’s slip-resistant sole and waterproof rubber shell.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
The Observer maintains full editorial control of its journalism.
—Ryan Oehrli
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
The Maldives also maintains a complete ban on the import, sale, distribution, possession and use of electronic cigarettes and vaping products, regardless of age.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The couple also maintains homes in South Florida and Jerusalem.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025
Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
According to AskUSDA, ground spices have a shorter shelf life compared to that of whole spices as the latter maintains its aroma and flavor longer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
Each retails between $130 and $140 and maintains Xtratuf’s F’s slip-resistant sole and waterproof rubber shell.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
The Observer maintains full editorial control of its journalism.
—Ryan Oehrli
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
The Maldives also maintains a complete ban on the import, sale, distribution, possession and use of electronic cigarettes and vaping products, regardless of age.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The couple also maintains homes in South Florida and Jerusalem.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintains
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The good feelings left by Saturday’s home display against Valencia, a 4-0 victory that preserves Madrid’s five-point lead over Barcelona at the top of La Liga.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Through it all, the specifically colloquial quality of the dialogue and the delivery of the vivacious voice cast preserves the film’s Mexican identity.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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Today, almost no American politician, Democrat or Republican, defends the World Trade Organization.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Gina Knapp defends District 5 Gina Knapp will remain on the Blue Valley School Board after defending her seat from two challengers, including a Blue Valley parent who launched a last-minute write-in campaign.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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Therefore, the present work supports the belief that rational materials design at both the macro and atomic levels can solve long-standing challenges, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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These microorganisms are the base of a unique food chain that supports a community of cave-dwelling organisms.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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Media studies scholar Stephen Ponder argues that William McKinley, inaugurated as president in 1897, laid the groundwork for Roosevelt’s later efforts to fully bring the press into the White House.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
7 Nov. 2025
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What Rokita alleges in lawsuit The lawsuit argues that IPS’s policies violate Indiana law, which prohibits governmental bodies from enacting a resolution or policy that restricts employees from communicating or cooperating with federal officials about someone’s citizenship or immigration status.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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That's part of a peculiar mindset that insists people with low incomes should not only be poor, but miserable.—
NEAL RUBIN,
Freep.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Because he was raised by his stoic killer-king father, Dek insists to Thia that things like cooperation and sensitivity and grief are signs of weakness — even though the evidence of such weakness was precisely the reason why his own father wanted Dek killed.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
7 Nov. 2025
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The new approach offers a dual solution that simultaneously conserves agricultural resources and produces a biodegradable alternative to address landfill waste.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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The sensor also conserves battery to ensure a long range.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Oct. 2025
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He is set to make $19 million next year, which is far more than his production last year justifies.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Others think that the environmental and public health cost of fossil fuels justifies pushing for a new path forward — like a heavy investment into battery technology.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
4 Nov. 2025
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Even at a high average annual value, the lack of years keeps mid-market teams in the mix.—
Patrick McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The organization keeps the food banks in a rotation so distributions go out evenly, although the nonprofit also considers which pantries are most in need.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Maintains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintains. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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