(caring for) Looking after someone or something
To hold an opinion
(with clause) To believe without reason
Present participle for to keep a particular state constant or consistent
“If we maintain this high level of performance, we will have the championship in the bag.”
Present participle for to keep the state of something or a place in good condition
“Your car will require some effort to maintain.”
Present participle for to conduct repairs or improvements on
“Winchester searched out an auto-mechanic to maintain his car.”
Present participle for to defend something as true despite strong opposition or arguments to the contrary
“Tyrion would steadfastly maintain his innocence despite members of his own family being convinced of his involvement in Joffrey's demise.”
Present participle for to state one's position, either in agreeance or opposition on a particular subject
“I maintain that having a healthy diet does not necessarily entail giving up delicious food.”
Present participle for to keep alive or provide sustenance for
“Your father has had to work two jobs to maintain our family.”
The action or state of continuing with something, especially over time
An assertion, especially one maintained in an argument
Preserving or holding, accommodating, arresting
Persisting forever or for an extended period of time
Having or owning
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