verb “maintain”
Infinitiv maintain; hien maintains; Verg. maintained; Part. Verg. maintained; Ger. maintaining
- to keep something in its current state or condition
Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.
To stay healthy, she maintains a balanced diet and exercises regularly.
- to strongly declare something to be true
He maintains that eating breakfast is crucial for having enough energy throughout the day.
- to keep something in good condition and working properly
She regularly maintains her bicycle to ensure it's always ready for a ride.
- to provide financial support for someone or something over time
The company maintained its old factory for years, despite the high costs, because it was a crucial part of the town's economy.