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To have in possession
To make, or to have made, a claim
“I maintain that having a healthy diet does not necessarily entail giving up delicious food.”
To make a living for the benefit of others
“Your father has had to work two jobs to maintain our family.”
To keep a particular state constant or consistent
“If we maintain this high level of performance, we will have the championship in the bag.”
To keep the state of something or a place in good condition
“Your car will require some effort to maintain.”
To conduct repairs or improvements on
“Winchester searched out an auto-mechanic to maintain his car.”
To defend something as true despite strong opposition or arguments to the contrary
“Tyrion would steadfastly maintain his innocence despite members of his own family being convinced of his involvement in Joffrey's demise.”
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