care and maintenance

noun

1. C M. commerce the state of a building, ship, machinery, etc, that is not in current use although it is kept in good condition to enable it to be quickly brought into service if there is demand for it

Example Sentences

He continued: "It is wonderful to see responsible owners who are willing to invest in the care and maintenance of these important vestiges of Edinburgh's social history and giving them a sustainable long term use."

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It’s temporary and usually more affordable than a new paint job but requires some care and maintenance to retain its quality.

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It is understood a small team of staff is to be retained on site for "care and maintenance" but Unite's Jason Bartlett said the closure was "heart-breaking" for the workers involved.

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This is known as the "care and maintenance" phase.

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Unlike commodity goods placed on a shelf, plants are dynamic, living things in need of constant care and maintenance.

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