MAINTENANCE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

maintenance

noun

ˈmānt-nən(t)s

Definition of maintenance

as in preservation

the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition I was hired to perform basic maintenance until the property could be sold

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Recent Examples of maintenance However, many plants can still benefit from regular maintenance. — The Spruce, 11 Aug. 2026 Classification societies are experts in the technical aspects of yacht construction and maintenance. — Benjamin Maltby, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 American Airlines flight 1760 returned to Myrtle Beach International Airport shortly after takeoff for maintenance, American Airlines spokesperson Bri Harper said. — Charlotte Observer, 10 Aug. 2026 Inspectors reviewed the facility’s maintenance logs and found that entries were made consistently and regularly. — Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for maintenance

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Tree preservation ordinance The Village Board tabled a tree preservation ordinance which aims to prevent clear-cutting of lots and preserve the village’s tree canopy after board members disagreed with some of the provisions.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
As Digital Realty’s operation continues to grow in Charlotte, Shelton hopes that preservation becomes a focus for the developer.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of preservation

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Closures allow the district to cut spending on building upkeep and reduce its biggest expense — staff count — without explicitly laying employees off.

— Austin Horn August 11, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026
General landscape upkeep goes a long way toward maintaining curb appeal.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of upkeep

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