verb as in strong fondness

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maintain, preserve, retain

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Example Sentences

Example:The city decided to maintain the old garden as it was during the 19th century.

Definition:To keep in a certain state or condition; to preserve or conserve.

From maintain

Example:Conservationists are working to preserve the natural landscape as much as possible.

Definition:To keep in original or unchanged condition; to protect.

From preserve

Example:The original shape of the sculpture must be retained for it to have its intended message.

Definition:To keep or hold something without allowing it to be removed or lost.

From retain