maintains (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /meɪnˈteɪnz/
Definition
Keeps something in existence or in a particular condition, or continues to have something.
Examples
The company maintains a high standard of customer service.
He maintains that he is innocent.
She maintains her youthful appearance by exercising regularly.
How to Use maintains
- maintain that (prepositional phrase)
- To state or assert a belief or opinion. — "She maintains that the report is inaccurate."
- maintain a [noun] (collocation)
- To keep something in a particular state or condition. — "They work hard to maintain a high quality of life."
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