- present participle of maintain.
maintaining
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We are not simply worried about maintaining our standard of living in retirement.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
The denial was aimed at maintaining channels through which North Korea could continue laundering and using the cryptocurrency, Bosack added.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
But part of maintaining its heart and charm is remembering that at its core, “it’s kind of a small operation.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
The state-owned energy giant attributed the boost to higher crude volumes sold from maintaining consistent production, as well as higher prices of refined and chemical products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
Notably, however, even after such positive experiences, most family members remain committed to maintaining tight control over who knows and who does not know about the status of their loved one.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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