English

maintain

meɪnˈteɪn, mənˈteɪn
Meaning: to continue to have; to keep in existence
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: mənˈteɪn

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base maintain
3rd person singular present maintains
Present participle maintaining
Past maintained
Will future will maintain
Going-to future going to maintain
Imperative negative don't maintain / do not maintain

Example sentences

The army has been brought in to maintain order.
The army has been brought in to maintain order.
Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good physical health.
Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good physical health.
Regular physical exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Regular physical exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
She always tries to maintain a positive attitude.
She always tries to maintain a positive attitude.
The university maintains high academic standards.
The university maintains high academic standards.

Usage Notes

Used when referring to keeping a state of affairs or condition constant, or asserting a belief firmly.

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