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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 latter maintains an exuberant push-and-pull between Rushen’s electric piano, bounding with lightness and dexterity, and her classmate Bobby Bryant’s blaring tenor saxophone.
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Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 22 Mar. 2026
Maryland Matters maintains editorial independence.
—Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 22 Mar. 2026
The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.
—Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
One major piece of leverage Iran maintains is its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman through which around 20% of the world's oil supply passes through.
—Ford McCracken, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Following a 2025 refresh, the 2026 model maintains a high tech, luxurious offering that often comes at a lower price point compared to other top tier luxury competitors, with some trims seeing price decreases.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 22 Mar. 2026
Maryland Matters maintains editorial independence.
—Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 22 Mar. 2026
The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.
—Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
One major piece of leverage Iran maintains is its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman through which around 20% of the world's oil supply passes through.
—Ford McCracken, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Following a 2025 refresh, the 2026 model maintains a high tech, luxurious offering that often comes at a lower price point compared to other top tier luxury competitors, with some trims seeing price decreases.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintains
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Nature preserves around the city provide even more opportunities to explore Central Florida’s landscapes.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Working toward self-sustainability at his restaurant, Lignum, the 30-something chef preserves the glut of what's grown in the kitchen garden for the winter months.—
Grainne McBride,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 Mar. 2026
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That could put all users — not just parents or children — at risk of data breaches, said Rin Alajaji, associate director of state affairs at the Electronic Frontier Foundation, a nonprofit that defends civil liberties online.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The blend of green tea, panthenol, and bisabolol defends against oxidative stress, while another exclusive ingredient—ZincSync Tint Technology—helps minimize white cast.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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The opponents alleged the money stemmed from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which advocates for Israel’s interests and supports both Democrats and Republicans.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The roughly 93-square-mile base houses the 49th Wing, which supports national security work and includes combat-ready airmen and guardians, according to its website.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The old woodworking adage suggests measuring twice to cut once—there’s even a Russian version that argues for measuring seven times.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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The shifting explanations, the defense argues, suggest the decision may have been arbitrary.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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Allen insists that there is a path to resistance.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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Duke fires the shot that kills the king Dying Tommy insists Duke finish him off with the bullet like a lame horse.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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Regular descaling helps prevent costly repairs, extends the lifespan of your washing machine, and conserves energy.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
14 Mar. 2026
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As the body conserves heat, circulation may be redirected toward vital organs, reducing blood flow to joints in the extremities.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Jan. 2026
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This justifies using the average premium SVOD churn rate, even though Paramount+ has traditionally fallen short of it.—
Andrew Root,
Sportico.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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The constraint, Dolci says, is not audience demand – the performance of existing screens more than justifies expansion – but the availability of suitable sites.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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Using a patient, practical tone keeps everyone focused on useful results.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
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These are the kinds of assurances that candidates make when everyone keeps harping on their age.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Maintains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintains. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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