upkeep

Example Sentences

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My dad and brother, both engineers who do most of their own car upkeep, helped me understand what maintenance issues to look for.

From MarketWatch

The trustee would be tasked with paying the maintenance/HOA fees and property taxes, and other costs associated with its upkeep.

From MarketWatch

"I'd rather get hit than take shelter in there," joked mayor Ghanayem, not dwelling on who was responsible for their upkeep.

From Barron's

In practical terms, the contractor that builds the platform often remains embedded in its upkeep.

From MarketWatch

He believes part of the answer is looking for commercial opportunities, like the zip-wire plan he has for the Greenock crane, so they can pay for their own upkeep.

From BBC