maintained (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /meɪnˈteɪnd/
Definition
Kept something in good condition or at a certain level.
Examples
The garden is meticulously maintained by the local council.
She maintained a positive attitude despite the challenges.
He maintained eye contact throughout the conversation.
How to Use maintained
- maintain something (collocation)
- To keep something in its current state or condition. — "They worked hard to maintain the building."
- maintain that (collocation)
- To state that something is true. — "He maintained that he was innocent."
- maintain a balance (collocation)
- To keep two or more things in the correct proportions. — "It's difficult to maintain a balance between work and personal life."
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