- present participle of maintain.
maintaining
Example Sentences
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“We have multiple engines of margin expansion and growth, while maintaining our capital discipline,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
It said it offered improved "fit, comfort and mobility while maintaining consistent ballistic protection standards".
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
"The two sides underscored the importance of maintaining peace, security, and stability in the region, reducing the risk of miscalculation, and sustaining dialogue on matters of mutual concern," the statement read.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
The couple takes the Mills Act obligations, such as maintaining their home’s historic character and adhering to design guidelines, seriously.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
The Hab is normally a dome, with flexible support poles maintaining the arch and rigid, folding floor material to keep its base flat.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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