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to maintain
01
to make something stay in the same state or condition
Transitive: to maintain sth
Example
The janitor regularly maintains cleanliness in the office by cleaning and organizing.
Engineers often maintain machinery to ensure optimal performance.
02
to keep a vehicle, building, road, etc. in good condition by doing regular repairs, renovations, or examinations
Transitive: to maintain a structure or facility
Example
The company hires professionals to maintain the office building each year.
It ’s important to regularly maintain your car to avoid costly repairs down the road.
03
to supply someone or something with essential resources or support needed for survival or well-being
Transitive: to maintain sb/sth
Example
The organization works to maintain struggling families by providing food and shelter.
She sends money each month to help maintain her relatives back home.
04
to support and affirm something as true, especially in the face of disagreement or challenge
Transitive: to maintain a belief or stance
Example
She continued to maintain her innocence despite the accusations.
The lawyer maintained his client ’s version of events during the trial.
05
to firmly and persistently express an opinion, belief, or statement as true and valid
Transitive: to maintain that
Example
She maintains that her interpretation of the data is correct despite the opposition.
Despite the controversy, the author maintains that the historical facts in the book are accurate.
06
to protect or support something firmly, especially when facing opposition or threats
Transitive: to maintain a position or condition
Example
The soldiers were prepared to maintain their position against the advancing enemy.
Citizens banded together to maintain their neighborhood ’s safety against rising crime.
07
to keep a record of something by regularly documenting updates or details in writing
Transitive: to maintain a record
Example
She maintained a daily journal to track her fitness progress.
The scientist maintained detailed notes of each experiment ’s results.
