maintains Definition

sustain, preserve, keep, uphold, assert, exert, defend, hold, observe, wield, keep up, asseverate, retains, insists, believes, contends, considers, emphasizes, reiterates, asserts, manages, establishes, promotes, operates, ensures, assures, supports, keeps, holds, enjoys, affirms, conducts, argues, cultivates, adds, pursues, provides, possesses, defends, says, confirms, sees, administers, deems, occupies, stresses, fosters, owns, alleges, sustains, thinks, finds, feels, stays, nurtures, preserves, remains, declares, endorses, retained, publishes, upholds, engages, underpins, derives, continues, keeping, evaluates, insures, suggests, perpetuates, offers, performs, indicates, compiles, has, conserves, handles, avers, complains, advises, brings, claims, protects, retain, remain, imposes, remained, persists, contains, submits, leads, carries, stipulates, stands, entertains, liaises, takes, kept, interacts,