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IELTS word

maintain

/meΙͺnˈteΙͺn/verb

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English definition

to keep something in good condition

Common phrases / collocations

  1. maintain equipment
  2. maintain standards
  3. maintain a balance

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The technician maintained the bicycle carefully.

  2. 2.

    The team works hard to maintain quality.

  3. 3.

    Exercise helps maintain good health.

Recorded study sentence

The technician maintained the bicycle.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A technician carefully services a public bicycle using clean organised tools.
to keep something in good condition
1checks each part
2bicycle stays ready
regular service→keeps working well