- present participle of maintain.
maintaining
Example Sentences
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“Companies maintaining regular Saudi trade should consider their exposure elevated, particularly for vessels calling at Red Sea ports.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
"Everyone now feels that maintaining essential services is a shared responsibility."
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 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
She turned professional in 2024 while maintaining a full-time job as a fire and life safety inspector.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
He refused to sell the beasts to the rendering factories, maintaining that they deserved something of a retirement for their years of loyalty.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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