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maintain

[meyn-teyn] / meɪnˈteɪn /




Usage

What are other ways to say maintain? To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim. Uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority.

Example Sentences

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“That’s one element of concern that we’ve heard from some groups, but it really is making sure that, No. 1, we properly maintain our voter rolls,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The authorities in Pristina maintain that Serbia's government in Belgrade was ultimately responsible, though it is still far from clear what the armed group actually hoped to achieve.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Investors expect Warsh to maintain the Fed’s data-driven approach, with some tweaks.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Economists at Goldman Sachs think policymakers will maintain a pro-growth stance, focusing on the implementation of planned easing measures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

As with most hotels in the city, the staff worked diligently to maintain its star rating in guidebooks and on travel websites.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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