maintain
Usage
Example Sentences
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The names of all three children have been changed, but authorities hope they will be able to maintain contact as they grow up.
From Barron's
The administration hasn’t yet announced which countries will take part in an International Stabilization Force of foreign troops to maintain order in Gaza.
On vegetation, the state is considering options for Zone Zero ranging from banning virtually all vegetation beyond small potted plants to just maintaining the regulations already on the books, which allow nearly all healthy vegetation.
From Los Angeles Times
"South East Water has not invested properly in maintaining its infastructure."
From BBC
The Secretariat warned that schools would be unable to maintain regular operation of the second academic term under the current restrictions.
From Barron's
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