B2 to continue to have; to keep in existence, or not allow to become less维持;保持
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With an election approaching, the prime minister is keen to maintain his popularity.
The Queen has maintained political neutrality throughout her reign.
Security during the president's visit must be maintained at all costs.
Several of the teachers were quite unable to maintain discipline.
The United Nations has maintained a presence in the region for some time.
B2 to keep a road, machine, building, etc. in good condition维修;养护;保养
C2 to express firmly your belief that something is true坚称;断言
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He maintains that he was nowhere near the house.
They still maintain their innocence.
He firmly maintains that he was there at the time.
They maintain that their story is true.
The management maintain they did everything they could to avoid the disaster.
to provide someone with food and whatever is necessary for them to live on供养;抚养;赡养
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