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has maintained

  • present perfect of maintain (3rd person singular).

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Gannon, who left the CIA last year, has maintained his relationships in the U.A.E, travelling there frequently to make introductions between American executives and Emirati security officials.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers, said that the Fed has maintained a longstanding focus on protecting the banking system.

From MarketWatch Jul. 11, 2026

"Bavi is characterised by high intensity and substantial energy, and it has maintained super typhoon status for a prolonged period," Xiang said.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

Trump is expected to speak outside at a 4 July celebration on Saturday, despite the predicted high temperatures; the president has maintained he wants to gather outside for the celebration.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

Nevertheless, he who relies less upon Fortune has maintained his position best.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli