maintain

Length / number of characters: 8
Number of words: 1

state categorically
To affirm
keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction
state or assert
have and exercise
To bear the expense of
keep in a certain state, position, or activity
stick to correctly or closely
maintain by writing regular records
supply with necessities and support
maintain for use and service
support against an opponent
To hold or keep in any particular state or condition
To keep possession of
To continue

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