- present participle of maintain.
maintaining
Example Sentences
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The Fawcett Society, which campaigns for women and gender equality, said that asking the question risked maintaining historic unfair differences in pay due to gender, race and disability inequality.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
“Metrolink has worked hard to keep fares affordable while the cost of operating and maintaining our regional rail system has continued to rise,” Metrolink Chief Executive Darren Kettle said in a recent statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026
Healthy aging is about staying independent, maintaining mobility and continuing to enjoy everyday activities as you get older.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026
If a role does open up, people are much more likely to recommend you if you’ve put effort into maintaining your relationship.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 2, 2026
Notably, however, even after such positive experiences, most family members remain committed to maintaining tight control over who knows and who does not know about the status of their loved one.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
