sustentation

noun

ˌsə-stən-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce sustentation (audio)
Definition of sustentationnext
1
as in maintenance
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition argues that a new toll is needed to pay for the long-term sustentation of the city's bridges

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2
as in preservation
the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state the all-important sustentation of Mount Vernon, Monticello, and other national treasures

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  1. maintenance
  2. preservation
  3. conservation
Noun
  • The first-term member supports consistent city park maintenance and wants to look into state and federal funding for city infrastructure projects and other local amenities.
    Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Implementing proactive maintenance programs, responding quickly to tenant concerns, and continually improving the property’s amenities are essential components of a strong management strategy.
    Meyer Orbach, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of maintenance
Noun
  • The Mexican Grand Prix had been the most boring race on the calendar for years—a procession of tire preservation with little-to-no overtaking or risk taking.
    Rob Reed, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • There’s an element of self preservation, there’s an element of biding your time.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of preservation
Noun
  • The Minnesota State Lottery sends 40% of its revenue to the state’s Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund to pay for conservation projects.
    Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Safari Club International also contributed two conservation grants, according to the research acknowledgements.
    Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of conservation
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