maintain

Definition

  • verb: to cause (something) to exist or continue without changing
  • verb: to keep in an existing state (as of repair, efficiency, or validity)
  • synonyms: allege, assert, vindicate

Examples

  • He 'kept/maintained his cool' [=he didn't get angry or upset] even though it was clear that he was being unfairly treated.

  • He was struggling to 'maintain his cool/composure'. [=he was struggling not to become angry or upset]

  • They barely had enough food to 'maintain life'. [=to make it possible for life to exist or continue]

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