as in preservation
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
I was hired to perform basic maintenance until the property could be sold
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Recent Examples of maintenance
The group said Skydive Kansas City adheres to the safety standards set by the largest skydiving organization in the world, including all maintenance requirements established by the FAA.
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ABC News, 15 June 2026
Another anonymous source told CBS News the fund is expected to focus on the building’s physical repair and maintenance.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 15 June 2026
But aircraft owners are expected to follow the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule and recommendations.
—John Seewer, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
That first round will help pay for the installation and maintenance of backflow prevention valves, which are designed to keep floodwaters out of homes.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 15 June 2026
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ABC News, 15 June 2026
Another anonymous source told CBS News the fund is expected to focus on the building’s physical repair and maintenance.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 15 June 2026
But aircraft owners are expected to follow the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule and recommendations.
—John Seewer, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
That first round will help pay for the installation and maintenance of backflow prevention valves, which are designed to keep floodwaters out of homes.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for maintenance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintenance
Noun
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For Executive Chef Gary Caldwell, crafting this menu is an act of preservation.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Getty Images The Chicago Cubs have spent much of the last decade balancing modernization with preservation around one of baseball’s most recognizable landmarks.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Noun
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.—
Annie Chestnut Tutor,
Boston Herald,
18 Aug. 2025
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Over time, the suede softens while still holding its shape, giving the shoe a long lifespan with minimal upkeep.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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The Biggest Surprises While homeowners might anticipate some level of upkeep, the biggest financial shock tends to come from major systems, and those costs stack up fast.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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“Maintenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintenance. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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