maintaining
v.v. to keep something in good condition by checking it and repairing it regularly. It also means to continue doing something or to keep a situation the same.
v. to preserve something in its existing state or condition; to keep in good repair. Often used to describe the act of sustaining a particular level, rate, or status quo.
The city is responsible for maintaining the local parks.
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential for preventing burnout in high-pressure corporate environments.
The engineering team is tasked with maintaining the structural integrity of the bridge through rigorous monthly inspections and immediate repairs of any detected corrosion.
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. When used with a clause, it can also mean to assert or claim that something is true.