verb as in strong fondness

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maintaining, retaining, preserving

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Example Sentences

Example:He decided to maintain the old furniture rather than buy new carpet.

Definition:Keeping things in the same condition; not altering or changing them.

From maintaining

Example:She preferred to retain the existing layout of the garden.

Definition:Keeping existing arrangements or conditions without change.

From retaining

Example:The museum is working to preserve the historical artifacts for future generations.

Definition:Keeping something in its original state or in good condition by protecting it from loss or damage.

From preserving