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maintain

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maintain /meɪnˈteɪn/ verb
maintains; maintained; maintaining
maintain
/meɪnˈteɪn/
verb
maintains; maintained; maintaining
Britannica Dictionary definition of MAINTAIN
[+ object]
: to cause (something) to exist or continue without changing
: to keep (something) in good condition by making repairs, correcting problems, etc.
: to continue having or doing (something)
: to say that (something) is true
: to provide support for (someone or something)