MAINTAINS Synonyms: 137 Similar and Opposite Words

maintains

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Definition of maintains next

present tense third-person singular of maintain

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 Athletic maintains full editorial independence. —

Data Skrive, New York Times, 17 May 2026 Murdaugh maintains his innocence. —

Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 16 May 2026 However, the country maintains ownership of the pandas, including over any cubs born during their time abroad. —

Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 15 May 2026 Finally, establishing strict boundaries, like disabling notifications and setting specific usage times, prevents addiction and maintains focus. —

Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026 Cal Fire maintains decisions are driven by forest health, not industry demand. —

Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026 Lampley maintains a deep faith. —

Mark Yarm, New Yorker, 4 May 2026 Hillsborough maintains reserves for budget flexibility, and keeping those reserves strong is recommended, Fesler said. —

Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 May 2026 The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content. —

Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026

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That preserves demand for practical business education focused on operational competence.

— Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The community’s voice, McCarthy said, has already led to some changes, including NCDOT’s elevated design for the project, which preserves homes north of the John Belk Freeway.

— DJ Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026