maintain
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Example Sentences
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While ICE is part of the Department of Homeland Security, it has nonetheless been able to maintain operations using funds approved by Congress last year.
From Barron's
GB1 issued a statement in response, in which they said they "appreciate the sponsorship and support of Ineos over the last two campaigns" but maintained the boat was theirs.
From BBC
Israel has maintained a policy of ambiguity about its nuclear programme, and the plant officially focuses on research.
From Barron's
These kinship networks were largely organized through maternal lines, with one mitochondrial lineage dominating, pointing to a key role for women in maintaining family continuity and coordinating movement.
From Science Daily
He said Angeles will likely still maintain some exposure to international markets once the conflict subsides, but for now the war has made it nearly impossible to make a confident call.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
