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as in preserving
to keep in good condition
he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby
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as in defending
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
part of debating is learning to maintain your position in the face of harsh challenges
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as in keeping
to pay the living expenses of
we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse
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as in arguing
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
she continued to maintain that a sewing machine would end up paying for itself since she could make her own clothes
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as in insisting
to state as a fact usually forcefully
he maintains that there is indeed hard evidence for extraterrestrial visitors
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Recent Examples of maintaining
The often-unsung heroes of the IT department have the task of deploying and maintaining the infrastructure that lets organizations thrive in the digital era.
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Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
At that time, these major card brands shifted from maintaining their own security standards to creating what would become the PCI Security Standards Council (SSC).
—Rui Ribeiro, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
No matter the reason an executive is using the plane for personal travel, there is taxable income to them—but only at a modest rate that doesn’t cover the actual costs of maintaining the plane.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This approach might frustrate some employees who prioritize the bottom line, but this practice can be essential to maintaining your reputation and integrity.
—Mustafa Gandhi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While Congress allows a business deduction for expenses related to maintaining an asset like a corporate jet, that deduction is only allowed for the business use part.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical to driving profitability and maintaining competitiveness in a global market.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, that seems to be less effective for maintaining constant blood levels over the long term than simply taking smaller regular doses of around 800 to 2000 IU daily.
—Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
At that time, these major card brands shifted from maintaining their own security standards to creating what would become the PCI Security Standards Council (SSC).
—Rui Ribeiro, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
No matter the reason an executive is using the plane for personal travel, there is taxable income to them—but only at a modest rate that doesn’t cover the actual costs of maintaining the plane.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This approach might frustrate some employees who prioritize the bottom line, but this practice can be essential to maintaining your reputation and integrity.
—Mustafa Gandhi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While Congress allows a business deduction for expenses related to maintaining an asset like a corporate jet, that deduction is only allowed for the business use part.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical to driving profitability and maintaining competitiveness in a global market.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, that seems to be less effective for maintaining constant blood levels over the long term than simply taking smaller regular doses of around 800 to 2000 IU daily.
—Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintaining
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Last month, the country sent a clear message rejecting the radical policies of the past few years and choosing instead a path of common sense, constitutional order, and preserving our freedoms.Rich Lowry, National Review, 11 Dec. 2024
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The essence of brand stewardship is preserving what makes a brand special even while growing as part of a long-term vision.Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As a response, NASCAR President Steve Phelps has taken a firm stand against the critics, defending the contentious system in an interview with Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Since opening his private practice in 1984, Dickey has earned a reputation for successfully defending clients in a wide range of cases, including DUI charges, first-degree murder trials, and high-profile appeals that resulted in new trials and the restoration of custodial rights.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Customers have trusted banks with custody of their assets for centuries, believing a bank vault is safer than keeping wealth under the mattress.Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The pair have been keeping busy since the election.Melissa Cruz, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The president-elect says Biden is responsible for the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, arguing that policies under his watch led to Hamas and Russia becoming emboldened.Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Nevertheless, Phelps remains resolute in his defense of the playoff format, arguing its fairness and noting its creation was heavily influenced by fan preferences.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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But Motown’s legal head refused to comply, insisting that Motown had registered the name in August 1975.David Browne, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
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His latest thoughts show a radical difference, now demanding that the time for insisting on change to EU rules had passed.Neil Winton, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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The holidays offer a unique opportunity to engage children in hands-on activities like crafting decorations from recycled materials, choosing sustainable gifts, and conserving energy with eco-friendly lighting, which make sustainability relatable and actionable.Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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During the summer and early fall, when the Hudson Bay ice melts, polar bears often remain on land, fasting and conserving energy until the sea ice refreezes in winter.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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The spiral notebook also includes to-do lists of tasks to be completed in the lead up to the slay, as well as musings justifying his plans, CNN reported.Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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But in a statement released Sunday, President Biden said both prosecutions were excessive and politically motivated, justifying a pardon.Henry Gass, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 Dec. 2024
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To stay ahead, North American governments will need to double down on supporting industry with strategic incentives—like the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS Act—to spur R&D and accelerate growth for a new generation of manufacturers.Chris Turlica, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Founder and visionary Gabrielle Chanel collaborated with the leading filmmakers of her time, drawing inspiration from and supporting her fellow artistic peers.Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Maintaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintaining. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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