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faithfully maintain

[/ˈfeɪθfəli meɪnˈteɪn/]
verb phrase
manter fielmente
1. to keep something in good condition or preserve something with loyalty and dedication
She faithfully maintained her garden for over thirty years.
Ela manteve fielmente seu jardim por mais de trinta anos.
2. to continue to support or uphold something with unwavering commitment
The organization faithfully maintains its founding principles.
A organização mantém fielmente seus princípios fundadores.
3. to keep up with regular care, repairs, or attention to ensure proper functioning
He faithfully maintains his vehicle with regular service appointments.
Ele mantém fielmente seu veículo com serviços regulares.
Synonyms
keep faithfullypreserve carefullyuphold consistentlysustain devotedly
Antonyms
neglectabandondisregardforsake

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter fielmente
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
manter fielmente
common in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
manter fielmente
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the faith
stand by someone/something
stick with
remain true to
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