Definition of maintain in English:

maintain

verb meɪnˈteɪnmənˈteɪnmeɪnˈteɪn

[with object]

1Cause or enable (a condition or situation) to continue.
维持，保持（某种状态或形势）
the need to maintain close links between industry and schools
保持工业和学校之间密切联系的需要。
Example sentencesExamples
- It will try to ensure that the right conditions are maintained to stimulate continued growth in the sector.
- She has suggested set standards that should be maintained to ensure outbreaks do not occur.
- Pupae were transferred to adult cohort cages maintained under optimal environmental conditions.
- You are able to maintain stability in professional situations and retain a position of authority!
- Metal also maintains its structural integrity even when wind speeds reach hurricane levels.
- It is hoped that a dialogue with the Trust can be maintained and that the situation will be resolved fairly.
- One must, he told me, always maintain a harmonious balance among these.
- They fell still, if only for a moment, in deference, but could not maintain their composure long.
- Sino-Japanese cooperation will undoubtedly continue to aid in maintaining peace and stability in the Korean peninsula.
- He blamed the residents' poor health on the lack of measures to maintain sanitary conditions in the mining field.
- The production by Nicolas Kent and Sacha Wares scrupulously maintains this balance between the local and the general.
- Strict control should be maintained to ensure as far as possible the safety of men and women.
- He added that pressure needed to be maintained to ensure the plan was delivered.
- The government plans to maintain its control long enough to restore its profitability then sell it off to big business.
- The dance performance just set the mood and the momentum was well maintained with a series of items.
- Predictably, the conditions of the American movements could not be maintained for any period of time.
- Their intimidation tactics too often succeed, and the rental board authorities only maintain their status quo.
- While spectacular, the architecture also maintains a harmonious balance with the superb exhibition content.
- Live colonies and their gardens were maintained at room temperature in artificial colony chambers.
- Governments don't always maintain the integrity of the sites they own.
Synonyms
continue, keep, keep going, keep up, keep alive, keep in existence, carry on, preserve, conserve, prolong, perpetuate, sustain, bolster (up), prop up, retain, support, bear
1. 1.1 Keep (something) at the same level or rate.
  将…维持（在同样水平或速度）
  agricultural prices will have to be maintained
  农产品价格必须保持稳定。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Respiratory rate was adjusted to maintain minute volume at prerandomization levels.
  In between meals she maintains her sugar levels by eating a piece of fruit or vegetable sticks.
  The vast majority of companies are either increasing employment or maintaining it at current levels.
  The rate of dextrose infusion needed to maintain stable blood glucose levels was monitored.
  The slides were air dried after sorting and maintained at room temperature until use.
  Conceived in 1997, the agency has maintained an impressive growth rate of 40 per cent per annum.
  Drug addiction in Shanghai has maintained a rapid growth rate, with the number of young drug-takers growing the fastest.
  It is vital that this high level of confidence is maintained.
  Tissue storage records should document that refrigerated grafts are maintained at a certain temperature.
  The coliseum looks unbelievably real, and I can't believe the level of detail we were able to attain while maintaining a fast frame rate.
  A high level of humidity is maintained in the chamber.
  ACT is opposed to maintaining income tax rates at their present level when the Government has nearly an $8 billion surplus.
  The increase was maintained for a period of more than 20 min.
  They excelled at the highest level and always maintained a high standard of sportsmanship.
  Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and maintain at a simmer.
  Its high potassium, phosphorus and calcium help maintain high energy levels.
  The dedicated fans maintained their frenzy levels all night, making it near impossible to take photos.
  The Council said if the current rate of development was maintained in excess of 300 million would be received over a seven-year period.
  Many retailers have only maintained sales levels by significantly reducing gross margins.
  Wardens at English Heritage properties will maintain summer staffing levels to cope with the extra week of additional visitors.
2. 1.2 Keep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly.
  维护，养护，保养（建筑物、机器或道路）
  the Department for Transport is responsible for maintaining the main roads in England
  Example sentencesExamples
  Other old farm buildings are maintained / repaired as necessary to enhance and blend in old with new.
  The property has been well maintained by the current owners and comes to the market in walk-in condition.
  He notes that the building is maintained in good condition.
  The boxes were maintained in a glasshouse and watered daily.
  Was the upkeep of the Breakfast Shed fully maintained by the vendors or was it subsidised by my taxes?
  They all have their place in today's world, but unfortunately computers cannot repair and maintain homes.
  In the meantime it would repair and maintain the crumbling buildings.
  The operator will have responsibility for building and maintaining the M1 roadway scheme over a 30-year period.
  The gardens which surround Ambleside have been very well maintained by the current owners.
  Money raised from its sale will go towards maintaining Castle Howard.
  All the records of the activities are maintained on a regular basis.
  Local school boards are also looking for funds to maintain existing facilities and build new ones.
  Neither side has the time or interest to maintain roads and buildings.
  Costs to maintain existing equipment and code will begin to cost more than buying new systems.
  Money is also needed to maintain existing defences and pay for better flood forecasting.
  On top of these figures, council continues to service loans for the library facilities and maintain the buildings.
  The innkeeper smiled at her when she appeared in the kitchen, and offered her a regular job maintaining his barn.
  It's worth stopping by to check out the meticulously maintained vintage wheels.
  Mark describes himself as a ‘grease monkey’, responsible for maintaining the machines in the factory.
  The School house will continue to be maintained in its present condition with no alterations to the present structure.
  Synonyms
  keep in good condition, keep in repair, keep up, service, rebuild, conserve, preserve, keep intact, care for, take good care of, look after
2Provide with necessities for life or existence.
扶养，负担
the allowance covers the basic costs of maintaining a child
这笔补助包含了扶养一个孩子的基本费用。
Example sentencesExamples
- Animals were maintained on a standard laboratory diet.
- They were maintained under standard conditions and were fed standard food and water ad libitum.
- The horses were maintained on this diet throughout the study.
Synonyms
support, provide for, keep, finance
nurture, feed, nourish, sustain
1. 2.1 Keep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements.
  维持（部队的）给养
  an English garrison was maintained there in the seventeenth century
  Example sentencesExamples
  Each major political regime maintained its own separate military apparatus.
  In my humble view, the current mobilizations are a reminder of exactly why we maintain an Army reserve.
  For example, could military forces have been maintained in the region throughout the summer?
  Fixing a hollow force turned out to be a lot more expensive than just maintaining an adequate military.
  As a result, Sweden maintains three specialized units that can respond to this specific threat.
  We will maintain the necessary military forces in the country for so long as is required.
  Plus, our reserve units are maintained and led by officers on active duty, not reserve officers, in peacetime.
  Lack of funding hampered the force, for without money or men it could not maintain units.
  However, like any military force today, maintaining a modern, well-equipped, and ready armed force is a challenge.
  This meant that huge armies could be maintained at a fraction of the cost of a standing (full of active duty troops) army.
  At the macrolevel, we won the Cold War by engaging in a long-term expenditure of resources while maintaining a large standing military.
  Even in peacetime, the day-to-day froth of maintaining a ready Army consumes an officer's intellectual capital.
  Please let us know of your efforts to help train and maintain the Military Intelligence Corps.
  The country maintains a large military force of 376,000 active and 1,657,000 reserve personnel.
  Ankara maintains a 30,000 strong military force in northern Cyprus and continues to wield significant influence there.
  And I think, in the end, the secretary is going to agree on many of our major points on maintaining the critical military base.
  Synonyms
  support, provide for, keep, finance
2. 2.2archaic Give one's support to; uphold.
  〈古〉支持；维护
  the king swears he will maintain the laws of God
  国王立誓要维护上帝的戒律。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Will you to the utmost of your power maintain the laws of God?
  Synonyms
  uphold, defend, fight for, champion, support, back, advocate
3reporting verb State something strongly to be the case; assert.
坚持；断言；主张
with object he has always maintained his innocence
他一直声称自己是清白的。
with clause he had persistently maintained that he would not stand against his old friend
他坚称他不会反对自己的老朋友。
Example sentencesExamples
- Third, the idea/expression distinction should be strongly and vigorously maintained.
- He maintains that he always upheld the constitution and the norms of democracy.
- She steadfastly maintained her innocence.
- He persistently maintains that he has changed his ways and his getting on with his life.
- The Board had always been maintaining that it would abide by the court verdict, whatever it might be.
- Stinchcomb considered these septate forms a distinct family and the authors maintain that position.
- We acknowledge that they will be maintaining that position, but we disagree with it.
- He has steadfastly maintained his innocence since his arrest in 1981.
- He maintained that his position was one of pragmatism rather than principle.
- Nothing about their philosophical positions requires them to maintain that extreme view.
- Mrs Gaskin maintains that her husband always had access to their two children who had visited him regularly in jail.
- He's steadfastly maintained his innocence, claiming that hackers used his computer to commit the crimes.
- The Government has consistently maintained a position in favour of New Zealand's antinuclear status for some 20 years now.
- Intentionally or not, this is a position McGann has consistently maintained.
- The Association has consistently maintained this position ever since.
- Ted had always maintained that aliens abducted her.
- He always maintained he acted in self-defence.
- I have always maintained that all protests should be acted upon so a precedent and case study is set for the future.
- The Sheffield Brightside MP accepted the report last night, maintaining he had always ‘told the truth as I knew it’.
- Steele consistently maintained this position, during legal testimony, media appearances and in FBI interviews.
Synonyms
insist (on), declare, assert, protest, state, aver, say, announce, affirm, avow, profess, claim, allege, contend, argue, swear (to), hold to
rare asseverate

Derivatives

maintainability

noun mənteɪnəˈbɪlɪti

Such a decision would involve many factors: cost, maintainability, and consumer preference/branding issues, among others.
Example sentencesExamples
- Materials, including buff-colored brick, metal panels, glass and steel, create a positive visual impact and enhance the building's maintainability.
- Caltrans's highway barrier aesthetics study focused on three main areas: safety, constructibility, and maintainability.
- It will entail improvements to self-defence and war-fighting capabilities and enhancement to the ship's reliability, maintainability, availability and supportability.
- What's more, there are issues related to equipment maintainability, reliability, hardening pattern repeatability, and downtime.

maintainable

adjective

The JTR must be inherently reliable, maintainable, and deployable in order to minimize life cycle support costs.
Example sentencesExamples
- The facilities must function to design standard and be maintainable without extraordinary effort when compared to the function played by them.
- The AD - 64D Apache Longbow is the most lethal, survivable, deployable and maintainable multimission helicopter in the world.
- If you never have to maintain any code then you never really get to learn what is maintainable and what isn't.
- When this occurs, the TCP windows throttle back to reduce the data flow permissible to permit the TCP network to discover a new maintainable steady state.

Origin

Middle English (also in the sense 'practise an action habitually'): from Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere 'hold in the hand'.

Rhymes

abstain, appertain, arcane, arraign, ascertain, attain, Bahrain, bane, blain, brain, Braine, Cain, Caine, campaign, cane, cinquain, chain, champagne, champaign, Champlain, Charmaine, chicane, chow mein, cocaine, Coleraine, Coltrane, complain, constrain, contain, crane, Dane, deign, demesne, demi-mondaine, detain, disdain, domain, domaine, drain, Duane, Dwane, Elaine, entertain, entrain, explain, fain, fane, feign, gain, Germaine, germane, grain, humane, Hussein, inane, Jain, Jane, Jermaine, Kane, La Fontaine, lain, lane, legerdemain, Lorraine, main, Maine, mane, mise en scène, Montaigne, moraine, mundane, obtain, ordain, Paine, pane, pertain, plain, plane, Port-of-Spain, profane, rain, Raine, refrain, reign, rein, retain, romaine, sane, Seine, Shane, Sinn Fein, skein, slain, Spain, Spillane, sprain, stain, strain, sustain, swain, terrain, thane, train, twain, Ujjain, Ukraine, underlain, urbane, vain, vane, vein, Verlaine, vicereine, wain, wane, Wayne

Definition of maintain in US English:

maintain

verbmeɪnˈteɪnmānˈtān

[with object]

1Cause or enable (a condition or state of affairs) to continue.
维持，保持（某种状态或形势）
the need to maintain close links between industry and schools
保持工业和学校之间密切联系的需要。
Example sentencesExamples
- While spectacular, the architecture also maintains a harmonious balance with the superb exhibition content.
- The government plans to maintain its control long enough to restore its profitability then sell it off to big business.
- Their intimidation tactics too often succeed, and the rental board authorities only maintain their status quo.
- It will try to ensure that the right conditions are maintained to stimulate continued growth in the sector.
- She has suggested set standards that should be maintained to ensure outbreaks do not occur.
- Governments don't always maintain the integrity of the sites they own.
- He added that pressure needed to be maintained to ensure the plan was delivered.
- Predictably, the conditions of the American movements could not be maintained for any period of time.
- Pupae were transferred to adult cohort cages maintained under optimal environmental conditions.
- It is hoped that a dialogue with the Trust can be maintained and that the situation will be resolved fairly.
- You are able to maintain stability in professional situations and retain a position of authority!
- Sino-Japanese cooperation will undoubtedly continue to aid in maintaining peace and stability in the Korean peninsula.
- They fell still, if only for a moment, in deference, but could not maintain their composure long.
- He blamed the residents' poor health on the lack of measures to maintain sanitary conditions in the mining field.
- Live colonies and their gardens were maintained at room temperature in artificial colony chambers.
- One must, he told me, always maintain a harmonious balance among these.
- The dance performance just set the mood and the momentum was well maintained with a series of items.
- Strict control should be maintained to ensure as far as possible the safety of men and women.
- Metal also maintains its structural integrity even when wind speeds reach hurricane levels.
- The production by Nicolas Kent and Sacha Wares scrupulously maintains this balance between the local and the general.
Synonyms
continue, keep, keep going, keep up, keep alive, keep in existence, carry on, preserve, conserve, prolong, perpetuate, sustain, bolster, bolster up, prop up, retain, support, bear
1. 1.1 Keep (something) at the same level or rate.
  将…维持（在同样水平或速度）
  agricultural prices will have to be maintained
  农产品价格必须保持稳定。
  Example sentencesExamples
  A high level of humidity is maintained in the chamber.
  Drug addiction in Shanghai has maintained a rapid growth rate, with the number of young drug-takers growing the fastest.
  The slides were air dried after sorting and maintained at room temperature until use.
  Tissue storage records should document that refrigerated grafts are maintained at a certain temperature.
  In between meals she maintains her sugar levels by eating a piece of fruit or vegetable sticks.
  Respiratory rate was adjusted to maintain minute volume at prerandomization levels.
  It is vital that this high level of confidence is maintained.
  Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and maintain at a simmer.
  ACT is opposed to maintaining income tax rates at their present level when the Government has nearly an $8 billion surplus.
  Conceived in 1997, the agency has maintained an impressive growth rate of 40 per cent per annum.
  The rate of dextrose infusion needed to maintain stable blood glucose levels was monitored.
  The increase was maintained for a period of more than 20 min.
  They excelled at the highest level and always maintained a high standard of sportsmanship.
  The dedicated fans maintained their frenzy levels all night, making it near impossible to take photos.
  The Council said if the current rate of development was maintained in excess of 300 million would be received over a seven-year period.
  Its high potassium, phosphorus and calcium help maintain high energy levels.
  Many retailers have only maintained sales levels by significantly reducing gross margins.
  The vast majority of companies are either increasing employment or maintaining it at current levels.
  The coliseum looks unbelievably real, and I can't believe the level of detail we were able to attain while maintaining a fast frame rate.
  Wardens at English Heritage properties will maintain summer staffing levels to cope with the extra week of additional visitors.
2. 1.2 Keep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition or in working order by checking or repairing it regularly.
  维护，养护，保养（建筑物、机器或道路）
  Example sentencesExamples
  In the meantime it would repair and maintain the crumbling buildings.
  Was the upkeep of the Breakfast Shed fully maintained by the vendors or was it subsidised by my taxes?
  Local school boards are also looking for funds to maintain existing facilities and build new ones.
  They all have their place in today's world, but unfortunately computers cannot repair and maintain homes.
  Costs to maintain existing equipment and code will begin to cost more than buying new systems.
  The innkeeper smiled at her when she appeared in the kitchen, and offered her a regular job maintaining his barn.
  The boxes were maintained in a glasshouse and watered daily.
  Mark describes himself as a ‘grease monkey’, responsible for maintaining the machines in the factory.
  The School house will continue to be maintained in its present condition with no alterations to the present structure.
  He notes that the building is maintained in good condition.
  It's worth stopping by to check out the meticulously maintained vintage wheels.
  Money raised from its sale will go towards maintaining Castle Howard.
  Neither side has the time or interest to maintain roads and buildings.
  The operator will have responsibility for building and maintaining the M1 roadway scheme over a 30-year period.
  Money is also needed to maintain existing defences and pay for better flood forecasting.
  The property has been well maintained by the current owners and comes to the market in walk-in condition.
  On top of these figures, council continues to service loans for the library facilities and maintain the buildings.
  Other old farm buildings are maintained / repaired as necessary to enhance and blend in old with new.
  The gardens which surround Ambleside have been very well maintained by the current owners.
  All the records of the activities are maintained on a regular basis.
  Synonyms
  keep in good condition, keep in repair, keep up, service, rebuild, conserve, preserve, keep intact, care for, take good care of, look after
2Provide with necessities for life or existence.
扶养，负担
the allowance covers the basic costs of maintaining a child
这笔补助包含了扶养一个孩子的基本费用。
Example sentencesExamples
- Animals were maintained on a standard laboratory diet.
- The horses were maintained on this diet throughout the study.
- They were maintained under standard conditions and were fed standard food and water ad libitum.
Synonyms
support, provide for, keep, finance
1. 2.1 Keep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements.
  维持（部队的）给养
  Example sentencesExamples
  As a result, Sweden maintains three specialized units that can respond to this specific threat.
  And I think, in the end, the secretary is going to agree on many of our major points on maintaining the critical military base.
  Fixing a hollow force turned out to be a lot more expensive than just maintaining an adequate military.
  The country maintains a large military force of 376,000 active and 1,657,000 reserve personnel.
  Ankara maintains a 30,000 strong military force in northern Cyprus and continues to wield significant influence there.
  Plus, our reserve units are maintained and led by officers on active duty, not reserve officers, in peacetime.
  In my humble view, the current mobilizations are a reminder of exactly why we maintain an Army reserve.
  Each major political regime maintained its own separate military apparatus.
  This meant that huge armies could be maintained at a fraction of the cost of a standing (full of active duty troops) army.
  For example, could military forces have been maintained in the region throughout the summer?
  Lack of funding hampered the force, for without money or men it could not maintain units.
  Please let us know of your efforts to help train and maintain the Military Intelligence Corps.
  At the macrolevel, we won the Cold War by engaging in a long-term expenditure of resources while maintaining a large standing military.
  Even in peacetime, the day-to-day froth of maintaining a ready Army consumes an officer's intellectual capital.
  We will maintain the necessary military forces in the country for so long as is required.
  However, like any military force today, maintaining a modern, well-equipped, and ready armed force is a challenge.
  Synonyms
  support, provide for, keep, finance
2. 2.2archaic Give one's support to; uphold.
  〈古〉支持；维护
  the king swears he will maintain the laws of God
  国王立誓要维护上帝的戒律。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Will you to the utmost of your power maintain the laws of God?
  Synonyms
  uphold, defend, fight for, champion, support, back, advocate
3reporting verb State something strongly to be the case; assert.
坚持；断言；主张
with object he has always maintained his innocence
他一直声称自己是清白的。
with clause he had persistently maintained that he would not stand against his old friend
他坚称他不会反对自己的老朋友。
with direct speech “It was not an ideology at all,” she maintained
“这根本谈不上是什么思想体系，"她断言说。
Example sentencesExamples
- She steadfastly maintained her innocence.
- He maintained that his position was one of pragmatism rather than principle.
- He's steadfastly maintained his innocence, claiming that hackers used his computer to commit the crimes.
- We acknowledge that they will be maintaining that position, but we disagree with it.
- The Sheffield Brightside MP accepted the report last night, maintaining he had always ‘told the truth as I knew it’.
- Mrs Gaskin maintains that her husband always had access to their two children who had visited him regularly in jail.
- I have always maintained that all protests should be acted upon so a precedent and case study is set for the future.
- The Government has consistently maintained a position in favour of New Zealand's antinuclear status for some 20 years now.
- Stinchcomb considered these septate forms a distinct family and the authors maintain that position.
- The Association has consistently maintained this position ever since.
- The Board had always been maintaining that it would abide by the court verdict, whatever it might be.
- He always maintained he acted in self-defence.
- Ted had always maintained that aliens abducted her.
- He has steadfastly maintained his innocence since his arrest in 1981.
- Steele consistently maintained this position, during legal testimony, media appearances and in FBI interviews.
- He persistently maintains that he has changed his ways and his getting on with his life.
- Nothing about their philosophical positions requires them to maintain that extreme view.
- He maintains that he always upheld the constitution and the norms of democracy.
- Intentionally or not, this is a position McGann has consistently maintained.
- Third, the idea/expression distinction should be strongly and vigorously maintained.
Synonyms
insist, insist on, declare, assert, protest, state, aver, say, announce, affirm, avow, profess, claim, allege, contend, argue, swear, swear to, hold to

Origin

Middle English (also in the sense ‘practice an action habitually’): from Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere ‘hold in the hand’.

单词	maintain
释义	Definition of maintain in English: maintain verb meɪnˈteɪnmənˈteɪnmeɪnˈteɪn [with object] 1Cause or enable (a condition or situation) to continue. 维持，保持（某种状态或形势） the need to maintain close links between industry and schools 保持工业和学校之间密切联系的需要。 Example sentencesExamples It will try to ensure that the right conditions are maintained to stimulate continued growth in the sector. She has suggested set standards that should be maintained to ensure outbreaks do not occur. Pupae were transferred to adult cohort cages maintained under optimal environmental conditions. You are able to maintain stability in professional situations and retain a position of authority! Metal also maintains its structural integrity even when wind speeds reach hurricane levels. It is hoped that a dialogue with the Trust can be maintained and that the situation will be resolved fairly. One must, he told me, always maintain a harmonious balance among these. They fell still, if only for a moment, in deference, but could not maintain their composure long. Sino-Japanese cooperation will undoubtedly continue to aid in maintaining peace and stability in the Korean peninsula. He blamed the residents' poor health on the lack of measures to maintain sanitary conditions in the mining field. The production by Nicolas Kent and Sacha Wares scrupulously maintains this balance between the local and the general. Strict control should be maintained to ensure as far as possible the safety of men and women. He added that pressure needed to be maintained to ensure the plan was delivered. The government plans to maintain its control long enough to restore its profitability then sell it off to big business. The dance performance just set the mood and the momentum was well maintained with a series of items. Predictably, the conditions of the American movements could not be maintained for any period of time. Their intimidation tactics too often succeed, and the rental board authorities only maintain their status quo. While spectacular, the architecture also maintains a harmonious balance with the superb exhibition content. Live colonies and their gardens were maintained at room temperature in artificial colony chambers. Governments don't always maintain the integrity of the sites they own. Synonyms continue, keep, keep going, keep up, keep alive, keep in existence, carry on, preserve, conserve, prolong, perpetuate, sustain, bolster (up), prop up, retain, support, bear 1.1 Keep (something) at the same level or rate. 将…维持（在同样水平或速度） agricultural prices will have to be maintained 农产品价格必须保持稳定。 Example sentencesExamples Respiratory rate was adjusted to maintain minute volume at prerandomization levels. In between meals she maintains her sugar levels by eating a piece of fruit or vegetable sticks. The vast majority of companies are either increasing employment or maintaining it at current levels. The rate of dextrose infusion needed to maintain stable blood glucose levels was monitored. The slides were air dried after sorting and maintained at room temperature until use. Conceived in 1997, the agency has maintained an impressive growth rate of 40 per cent per annum. Drug addiction in Shanghai has maintained a rapid growth rate, with the number of young drug-takers growing the fastest. It is vital that this high level of confidence is maintained. Tissue storage records should document that refrigerated grafts are maintained at a certain temperature. The coliseum looks unbelievably real, and I can't believe the level of detail we were able to attain while maintaining a fast frame rate. A high level of humidity is maintained in the chamber. ACT is opposed to maintaining income tax rates at their present level when the Government has nearly an $8 billion surplus. The increase was maintained for a period of more than 20 min. They excelled at the highest level and always maintained a high standard of sportsmanship. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and maintain at a simmer. Its high potassium, phosphorus and calcium help maintain high energy levels. The dedicated fans maintained their frenzy levels all night, making it near impossible to take photos. The Council said if the current rate of development was maintained in excess of 300 million would be received over a seven-year period. Many retailers have only maintained sales levels by significantly reducing gross margins. Wardens at English Heritage properties will maintain summer staffing levels to cope with the extra week of additional visitors. 1.2 Keep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly. 维护，养护，保养（建筑物、机器或道路） the Department for Transport is responsible for maintaining the main roads in England Example sentencesExamples Other old farm buildings are maintained / repaired as necessary to enhance and blend in old with new. The property has been well maintained by the current owners and comes to the market in walk-in condition. He notes that the building is maintained in good condition. The boxes were maintained in a glasshouse and watered daily. Was the upkeep of the Breakfast Shed fully maintained by the vendors or was it subsidised by my taxes? They all have their place in today's world, but unfortunately computers cannot repair and maintain homes. In the meantime it would repair and maintain the crumbling buildings. The operator will have responsibility for building and maintaining the M1 roadway scheme over a 30-year period. The gardens which surround Ambleside have been very well maintained by the current owners. Money raised from its sale will go towards maintaining Castle Howard. All the records of the activities are maintained on a regular basis. Local school boards are also looking for funds to maintain existing facilities and build new ones. Neither side has the time or interest to maintain roads and buildings. Costs to maintain existing equipment and code will begin to cost more than buying new systems. Money is also needed to maintain existing defences and pay for better flood forecasting. On top of these figures, council continues to service loans for the library facilities and maintain the buildings. The innkeeper smiled at her when she appeared in the kitchen, and offered her a regular job maintaining his barn. It's worth stopping by to check out the meticulously maintained vintage wheels. Mark describes himself as a ‘grease monkey’, responsible for maintaining the machines in the factory. The School house will continue to be maintained in its present condition with no alterations to the present structure. Synonyms keep in good condition, keep in repair, keep up, service, rebuild, conserve, preserve, keep intact, care for, take good care of, look after 2Provide with necessities for life or existence. 扶养，负担 the allowance covers the basic costs of maintaining a child 这笔补助包含了扶养一个孩子的基本费用。 Example sentencesExamples Animals were maintained on a standard laboratory diet. They were maintained under standard conditions and were fed standard food and water ad libitum. The horses were maintained on this diet throughout the study. Synonyms support, provide for, keep, finance nurture, feed, nourish, sustain 2.1 Keep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements. 维持（部队的）给养 an English garrison was maintained there in the seventeenth century Example sentencesExamples Each major political regime maintained its own separate military apparatus. In my humble view, the current mobilizations are a reminder of exactly why we maintain an Army reserve. For example, could military forces have been maintained in the region throughout the summer? Fixing a hollow force turned out to be a lot more expensive than just maintaining an adequate military. As a result, Sweden maintains three specialized units that can respond to this specific threat. We will maintain the necessary military forces in the country for so long as is required. Plus, our reserve units are maintained and led by officers on active duty, not reserve officers, in peacetime. Lack of funding hampered the force, for without money or men it could not maintain units. However, like any military force today, maintaining a modern, well-equipped, and ready armed force is a challenge. This meant that huge armies could be maintained at a fraction of the cost of a standing (full of active duty troops) army. At the macrolevel, we won the Cold War by engaging in a long-term expenditure of resources while maintaining a large standing military. Even in peacetime, the day-to-day froth of maintaining a ready Army consumes an officer's intellectual capital. Please let us know of your efforts to help train and maintain the Military Intelligence Corps. The country maintains a large military force of 376,000 active and 1,657,000 reserve personnel. Ankara maintains a 30,000 strong military force in northern Cyprus and continues to wield significant influence there. And I think, in the end, the secretary is going to agree on many of our major points on maintaining the critical military base. Synonyms support, provide for, keep, finance 2.2archaic Give one's support to; uphold. 〈古〉支持；维护 the king swears he will maintain the laws of God 国王立誓要维护上帝的戒律。 Example sentencesExamples Will you to the utmost of your power maintain the laws of God? Synonyms uphold, defend, fight for, champion, support, back, advocate 3reporting verb State something strongly to be the case; assert. 坚持；断言；主张 with object he has always maintained his innocence 他一直声称自己是清白的。 with clause he had persistently maintained that he would not stand against his old friend 他坚称他不会反对自己的老朋友。 Example sentencesExamples Third, the idea/expression distinction should be strongly and vigorously maintained. He maintains that he always upheld the constitution and the norms of democracy. She steadfastly maintained her innocence. He persistently maintains that he has changed his ways and his getting on with his life. The Board had always been maintaining that it would abide by the court verdict, whatever it might be. Stinchcomb considered these septate forms a distinct family and the authors maintain that position. We acknowledge that they will be maintaining that position, but we disagree with it. He has steadfastly maintained his innocence since his arrest in 1981. He maintained that his position was one of pragmatism rather than principle. Nothing about their philosophical positions requires them to maintain that extreme view. Mrs Gaskin maintains that her husband always had access to their two children who had visited him regularly in jail. He's steadfastly maintained his innocence, claiming that hackers used his computer to commit the crimes. The Government has consistently maintained a position in favour of New Zealand's antinuclear status for some 20 years now. Intentionally or not, this is a position McGann has consistently maintained. The Association has consistently maintained this position ever since. Ted had always maintained that aliens abducted her. He always maintained he acted in self-defence. I have always maintained that all protests should be acted upon so a precedent and case study is set for the future. The Sheffield Brightside MP accepted the report last night, maintaining he had always ‘told the truth as I knew it’. Steele consistently maintained this position, during legal testimony, media appearances and in FBI interviews. Synonyms insist (on), declare, assert, protest, state, aver, say, announce, affirm, avow, profess, claim, allege, contend, argue, swear (to), hold to rare asseverate Derivatives maintainability noun mənteɪnəˈbɪlɪti Such a decision would involve many factors: cost, maintainability, and consumer preference/branding issues, among others. Example sentencesExamples Materials, including buff-colored brick, metal panels, glass and steel, create a positive visual impact and enhance the building's maintainability. Caltrans's highway barrier aesthetics study focused on three main areas: safety, constructibility, and maintainability. It will entail improvements to self-defence and war-fighting capabilities and enhancement to the ship's reliability, maintainability, availability and supportability. What's more, there are issues related to equipment maintainability, reliability, hardening pattern repeatability, and downtime. maintainable adjective The JTR must be inherently reliable, maintainable, and deployable in order to minimize life cycle support costs. Example sentencesExamples The facilities must function to design standard and be maintainable without extraordinary effort when compared to the function played by them. The AD - 64D Apache Longbow is the most lethal, survivable, deployable and maintainable multimission helicopter in the world. If you never have to maintain any code then you never really get to learn what is maintainable and what isn't. When this occurs, the TCP windows throttle back to reduce the data flow permissible to permit the TCP network to discover a new maintainable steady state. Origin Middle English (also in the sense 'practise an action habitually'): from Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere 'hold in the hand'. Rhymes abstain, appertain, arcane, arraign, ascertain, attain, Bahrain, bane, blain, brain, Braine, Cain, Caine, campaign, cane, cinquain, chain, champagne, champaign, Champlain, Charmaine, chicane, chow mein, cocaine, Coleraine, Coltrane, complain, constrain, contain, crane, Dane, deign, demesne, demi-mondaine, detain, disdain, domain, domaine, drain, Duane, Dwane, Elaine, entertain, entrain, explain, fain, fane, feign, gain, Germaine, germane, grain, humane, Hussein, inane, Jain, Jane, Jermaine, Kane, La Fontaine, lain, lane, legerdemain, Lorraine, main, Maine, mane, mise en scène, Montaigne, moraine, mundane, obtain, ordain, Paine, pane, pertain, plain, plane, Port-of-Spain, profane, rain, Raine, refrain, reign, rein, retain, romaine, sane, Seine, Shane, Sinn Fein, skein, slain, Spain, Spillane, sprain, stain, strain, sustain, swain, terrain, thane, train, twain, Ujjain, Ukraine, underlain, urbane, vain, vane, vein, Verlaine, vicereine, wain, wane, Wayne Definition of maintain in US English: maintain verbmeɪnˈteɪnmānˈtān [with object] 1Cause or enable (a condition or state of affairs) to continue. 维持，保持（某种状态或形势） the need to maintain close links between industry and schools 保持工业和学校之间密切联系的需要。 Example sentencesExamples While spectacular, the architecture also maintains a harmonious balance with the superb exhibition content. The government plans to maintain its control long enough to restore its profitability then sell it off to big business. Their intimidation tactics too often succeed, and the rental board authorities only maintain their status quo. It will try to ensure that the right conditions are maintained to stimulate continued growth in the sector. She has suggested set standards that should be maintained to ensure outbreaks do not occur. Governments don't always maintain the integrity of the sites they own. He added that pressure needed to be maintained to ensure the plan was delivered. Predictably, the conditions of the American movements could not be maintained for any period of time. Pupae were transferred to adult cohort cages maintained under optimal environmental conditions. It is hoped that a dialogue with the Trust can be maintained and that the situation will be resolved fairly. You are able to maintain stability in professional situations and retain a position of authority! Sino-Japanese cooperation will undoubtedly continue to aid in maintaining peace and stability in the Korean peninsula. They fell still, if only for a moment, in deference, but could not maintain their composure long. He blamed the residents' poor health on the lack of measures to maintain sanitary conditions in the mining field. Live colonies and their gardens were maintained at room temperature in artificial colony chambers. One must, he told me, always maintain a harmonious balance among these. The dance performance just set the mood and the momentum was well maintained with a series of items. Strict control should be maintained to ensure as far as possible the safety of men and women. Metal also maintains its structural integrity even when wind speeds reach hurricane levels. The production by Nicolas Kent and Sacha Wares scrupulously maintains this balance between the local and the general. Synonyms continue, keep, keep going, keep up, keep alive, keep in existence, carry on, preserve, conserve, prolong, perpetuate, sustain, bolster, bolster up, prop up, retain, support, bear 1.1 Keep (something) at the same level or rate. 将…维持（在同样水平或速度） agricultural prices will have to be maintained 农产品价格必须保持稳定。 Example sentencesExamples A high level of humidity is maintained in the chamber. Drug addiction in Shanghai has maintained a rapid growth rate, with the number of young drug-takers growing the fastest. The slides were air dried after sorting and maintained at room temperature until use. Tissue storage records should document that refrigerated grafts are maintained at a certain temperature. In between meals she maintains her sugar levels by eating a piece of fruit or vegetable sticks. Respiratory rate was adjusted to maintain minute volume at prerandomization levels. It is vital that this high level of confidence is maintained. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and maintain at a simmer. ACT is opposed to maintaining income tax rates at their present level when the Government has nearly an $8 billion surplus. Conceived in 1997, the agency has maintained an impressive growth rate of 40 per cent per annum. The rate of dextrose infusion needed to maintain stable blood glucose levels was monitored. The increase was maintained for a period of more than 20 min. They excelled at the highest level and always maintained a high standard of sportsmanship. The dedicated fans maintained their frenzy levels all night, making it near impossible to take photos. The Council said if the current rate of development was maintained in excess of 300 million would be received over a seven-year period. Its high potassium, phosphorus and calcium help maintain high energy levels. Many retailers have only maintained sales levels by significantly reducing gross margins. The vast majority of companies are either increasing employment or maintaining it at current levels. The coliseum looks unbelievably real, and I can't believe the level of detail we were able to attain while maintaining a fast frame rate. Wardens at English Heritage properties will maintain summer staffing levels to cope with the extra week of additional visitors. 1.2 Keep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition or in working order by checking or repairing it regularly. 维护，养护，保养（建筑物、机器或道路） Example sentencesExamples In the meantime it would repair and maintain the crumbling buildings. Was the upkeep of the Breakfast Shed fully maintained by the vendors or was it subsidised by my taxes? Local school boards are also looking for funds to maintain existing facilities and build new ones. They all have their place in today's world, but unfortunately computers cannot repair and maintain homes. Costs to maintain existing equipment and code will begin to cost more than buying new systems. The innkeeper smiled at her when she appeared in the kitchen, and offered her a regular job maintaining his barn. The boxes were maintained in a glasshouse and watered daily. Mark describes himself as a ‘grease monkey’, responsible for maintaining the machines in the factory. The School house will continue to be maintained in its present condition with no alterations to the present structure. He notes that the building is maintained in good condition. It's worth stopping by to check out the meticulously maintained vintage wheels. Money raised from its sale will go towards maintaining Castle Howard. Neither side has the time or interest to maintain roads and buildings. The operator will have responsibility for building and maintaining the M1 roadway scheme over a 30-year period. Money is also needed to maintain existing defences and pay for better flood forecasting. The property has been well maintained by the current owners and comes to the market in walk-in condition. On top of these figures, council continues to service loans for the library facilities and maintain the buildings. Other old farm buildings are maintained / repaired as necessary to enhance and blend in old with new. The gardens which surround Ambleside have been very well maintained by the current owners. All the records of the activities are maintained on a regular basis. Synonyms keep in good condition, keep in repair, keep up, service, rebuild, conserve, preserve, keep intact, care for, take good care of, look after 2Provide with necessities for life or existence. 扶养，负担 the allowance covers the basic costs of maintaining a child 这笔补助包含了扶养一个孩子的基本费用。 Example sentencesExamples Animals were maintained on a standard laboratory diet. The horses were maintained on this diet throughout the study. They were maintained under standard conditions and were fed standard food and water ad libitum. Synonyms support, provide for, keep, finance 2.1 Keep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements. 维持（部队的）给养 Example sentencesExamples As a result, Sweden maintains three specialized units that can respond to this specific threat. And I think, in the end, the secretary is going to agree on many of our major points on maintaining the critical military base. Fixing a hollow force turned out to be a lot more expensive than just maintaining an adequate military. The country maintains a large military force of 376,000 active and 1,657,000 reserve personnel. Ankara maintains a 30,000 strong military force in northern Cyprus and continues to wield significant influence there. Plus, our reserve units are maintained and led by officers on active duty, not reserve officers, in peacetime. In my humble view, the current mobilizations are a reminder of exactly why we maintain an Army reserve. Each major political regime maintained its own separate military apparatus. This meant that huge armies could be maintained at a fraction of the cost of a standing (full of active duty troops) army. For example, could military forces have been maintained in the region throughout the summer? Lack of funding hampered the force, for without money or men it could not maintain units. Please let us know of your efforts to help train and maintain the Military Intelligence Corps. At the macrolevel, we won the Cold War by engaging in a long-term expenditure of resources while maintaining a large standing military. Even in peacetime, the day-to-day froth of maintaining a ready Army consumes an officer's intellectual capital. We will maintain the necessary military forces in the country for so long as is required. However, like any military force today, maintaining a modern, well-equipped, and ready armed force is a challenge. Synonyms support, provide for, keep, finance 2.2archaic Give one's support to; uphold. 〈古〉支持；维护 the king swears he will maintain the laws of God 国王立誓要维护上帝的戒律。 Example sentencesExamples Will you to the utmost of your power maintain the laws of God? Synonyms uphold, defend, fight for, champion, support, back, advocate 3reporting verb State something strongly to be the case; assert. 坚持；断言；主张 with object he has always maintained his innocence 他一直声称自己是清白的。 with clause he had persistently maintained that he would not stand against his old friend 他坚称他不会反对自己的老朋友。 with direct speech “It was not an ideology at all,” she maintained “这根本谈不上是什么思想体系，"她断言说。 Example sentencesExamples She steadfastly maintained her innocence. He maintained that his position was one of pragmatism rather than principle. He's steadfastly maintained his innocence, claiming that hackers used his computer to commit the crimes. We acknowledge that they will be maintaining that position, but we disagree with it. The Sheffield Brightside MP accepted the report last night, maintaining he had always ‘told the truth as I knew it’. Mrs Gaskin maintains that her husband always had access to their two children who had visited him regularly in jail. I have always maintained that all protests should be acted upon so a precedent and case study is set for the future. The Government has consistently maintained a position in favour of New Zealand's antinuclear status for some 20 years now. Stinchcomb considered these septate forms a distinct family and the authors maintain that position. The Association has consistently maintained this position ever since. The Board had always been maintaining that it would abide by the court verdict, whatever it might be. He always maintained he acted in self-defence. Ted had always maintained that aliens abducted her. He has steadfastly maintained his innocence since his arrest in 1981. Steele consistently maintained this position, during legal testimony, media appearances and in FBI interviews. He persistently maintains that he has changed his ways and his getting on with his life. Nothing about their philosophical positions requires them to maintain that extreme view. He maintains that he always upheld the constitution and the norms of democracy. Intentionally or not, this is a position McGann has consistently maintained. Third, the idea/expression distinction should be strongly and vigorously maintained. Synonyms insist, insist on, declare, assert, protest, state, aver, say, announce, affirm, avow, profess, claim, allege, contend, argue, swear, swear to, hold to Origin Middle English (also in the sense ‘practice an action habitually’): from Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere ‘hold in the hand’.
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