Maintain
/məˈteɪn/
Definitions
- (v.) To keep in an existing state or condition.
The contract requires the tenant to maintain the property in good condition.
- (v.) To assert or affirm as true, especially in a legal or formal context.
The defendant maintains that he was not present at the scene.
Forms
- maintains
- maintained
- maintaining
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal contexts both for physical upkeep and asserting claims or positions.
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