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is maintaining

  • present progressive
    of maintain (3rd person singular).
    maintain
    verb (used with object)
    to keep in existence or continuance; preserve; retain.

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Kia is maintaining solid sales momentum, driven by hybrid vehicles in the U.S. and battery-electric vehicles in Europe, despite challenges from higher tariffs and the war in Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has said he is "tirelessly preparing to pursue a trial conviction" in the state case, where Mangione is maintaining his not guilty plea.

From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026

Seasonality is only one piece of the puzzle, according to the firm, and NDR is maintaining a modest overweight position in U.S. equities versus bonds and cash, strategists Ed Clissold and Thanh Nguyen said.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026

Swansea University said it supports students through dedicated wellbeing, academic and faith services, and is maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to harassment and discrimination.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

But the worst difficulty is maintaining silence when thirteen people are arguing all the time.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron