verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

maintain, preserve, retain

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Example Sentences

Example:The company intends to maintain its current structure despite the recent market changes.

Definition:to keep or preserve something in a particular state or condition.

From maintain

Example:The organization will preserve its current hierarchy to maintain stability.

Definition:to keep something in its original state or condition, usually to protect it from change.

From preserve

Example:The company will retain its existing order of operation to avoid confusion.

Definition:to keep or hold something, especially to prevent its loss.

From retain