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maintain

Pronunciation: [/meɪnˈteɪn/]

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maintain: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use maintain in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “keep in good condition”

(verb) to keep something in good condition or to make sure something continues to exist or happen. Like taking care of your toys so they don't break.

Example

She maintains her car by regularly changing the oil and checking the tires.

Example

If you don't maintain your lawn mower, it will eventually stop working.

Example

How do you maintain your bicycle to keep it in good condition?

Context: “assert or defend”

(verb) to state firmly or defend a position. Like when you insist on your favorite ice cream flavor at the store.

Example

He maintained his innocence throughout the trial, claiming he did not commit the crime.

Example

She could not maintain her position in the argument because she had no evidence to back it up.

Example

How can you maintain your side of the story if you have no proof?

How to pronounce maintain

Pronunciation: [/meɪnˈteɪn/]

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