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as in preserves
to keep in good condition
he repairs and maintains antique cars as a hobby
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as in defends
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 supports
to pay the living expenses of
we simply cannot afford to maintain a horse
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as in argues
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 insists
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 maintains
Southwest Airlines maintains a clear point of view.
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Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Maryland Matters maintains editorial independence.
—Rhiannon Evans, Baltimore Sun, 29 Mar. 2026
Typically, sales of the gas are restricted during the summer due to the volatility of ethanol and its contribution to smog, but the Farm Bureau maintains that new studies show the blend is non-polluting.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
The Federal Railroad Administration maintains that horns may be used in quiet zones in emergencies, or to alert animals, pedestrians and vehicle operators.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Lauren Costantino
march 27, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Iran maintains it is not engaged in any negotiations.
—David Rising, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The latter maintains an exuberant push-and-pull between Rushen’s electric piano, bounding with lightness and dexterity, and her classmate Bobby Bryant’s blaring tenor saxophone.
—Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 22 Mar. 2026
The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Maryland Matters maintains editorial independence.
—Rhiannon Evans, Baltimore Sun, 29 Mar. 2026
Typically, sales of the gas are restricted during the summer due to the volatility of ethanol and its contribution to smog, but the Farm Bureau maintains that new studies show the blend is non-polluting.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
The Federal Railroad Administration maintains that horns may be used in quiet zones in emergencies, or to alert animals, pedestrians and vehicle operators.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
The Miami Herald maintains full editorial control of this work.
—Lauren Costantino
march 27, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Iran maintains it is not engaged in any negotiations.
—David Rising, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The latter maintains an exuberant push-and-pull between Rushen’s electric piano, bounding with lightness and dexterity, and her classmate Bobby Bryant’s blaring tenor saxophone.
—Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 22 Mar. 2026
The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maintains
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If authority demands alterations to your plans at the last minute, suggest a practical adjustment that preserves quality, because enduring leadership earns trust without drama.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Pentagon Press Association, which includes CBS News and Associated Press reporters, said the Pentagon's interim policy preserves provisions that Friedman deemed to be unconstitutional while also adding new restrictions on credential holders.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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For people living along the coast, sand also defends against intense storms and sea level rise fueled by climate change.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Prosecutor defends plea agreement Two men accused of firing shots after the 2024 Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally are still awaiting trial.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
25 Mar. 2026
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Norris supports paper ballots instead of voting machines, according to his campaign website.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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More noteworthy initiatives include the hotel’s green roof, which supports urban biodiversity, and its five-year Habitat Management Plan, run by a team of ecologists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Texas may have plenty of other inherent economic advantages, including a central location and long international border, but its high concentration of major metropolitan areas is also a major factor behind the state’s long-term success, a new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas argues.—
Trevor Bach,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Anthropic claims it is being shut out of government contracts for disagreeing with the administration and argues the legal principles at stake affect every federal contractor whose views the government dislikes.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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One owner was on the list of core properties from the very beginning, but still insists there won't be a deal.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Worse is to come as Waaler insists on creepily fondling her cooling corpse — and makes Hole to do the same.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
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Regular descaling helps prevent costly repairs, extends the lifespan of your washing machine, and conserves energy.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
14 Mar. 2026
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The lab is one of the oldest continuously operating facilities that conserves underwater artifacts from sites like shipwrecks, according to its website.—
Jarrod Wardwell,
Houston Chronicle,
22 Feb. 2026
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This justifies using the average premium SVOD churn rate, even though Paramount+ has traditionally fallen short of it.—
Andrew Root,
Sportico.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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The constraint, Dolci says, is not audience demand – the performance of existing screens more than justifies expansion – but the availability of suitable sites.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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Some commissioners say the sheriff's office keeps overspending.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Inside, the home is designed around an open main living space that keeps sightlines toward the water and bridge.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Maintains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maintains. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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