MAINTENANCES 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 Several independent monitor reports, which the Hartford Courant also obtained through a Freedom of Information request, detailed continued staffing shortages, worker injuries and a lack of maintenance in the facility. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 25 Aug. 2026 In 2022, a robot completed the work of a maintenance professional by repairing power lines in the Wuhan province; and over at a power facility in Guangzhou, humanoid helpers have already taken over inspection duties usually completed by workers. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 Besides offering typical fill stretch of 10 to 18 percent, depending on fabric weight and weave, NATURAL STRETCH technology is low maintenance and requires no special care or heat setting. — Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026 This mechanical design eliminates many moving parts, which allows the plant to run autonomously for decades without regular maintenance. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for maintenance

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Blumberg and preservation One might imagine that a man nearing 90 and who was a prominent leader in hospitality has grappled with the issue of historic preservation.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
The concept of fertility preservation should not be a Hail Mary or a last-ditch effort.

— Dr. Jaime Knopman, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of preservation

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Greenwood Cemetery, now controlled by the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office, was previously cited by the Louisville Metro Government for having tall grass, weeds and poor upkeep.

— Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2026
These bottles can be cleaned in the dishwasher for easy upkeep.

— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026

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