Literary notes about maintained (AI summary)
The term "maintained" is employed to indicate the continuation or preservation of a state, quality, or action over time. In historical narratives, it is used to stress the enduring nature of military engagements and political orders—for instance, a prolonged siege or the consistent discipline within an army is noted as being kept up over time [1], [2]. In literary characterizations, it underscores steadfast beliefs and loyalty, as when a person asserts a long-held familial honor or unwavering principle [3], [4]. Additionally, "maintained" appears in technical descriptions, emphasizing the sustained conditions required for processes or operations [5]. Its versatile use across genres—from historical accounts to intricate character studies—demonstrates its role in linking temporary events with more enduring states.
- The resistance of Salerno was maintained above eight months; the siege or blockade of Bari lasted near four years.
— from The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon - At present, six or seven hundred thousand men are maintained in constant pay and admirable discipline by the powers of Germany.
— from The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon - This person, moreover, maintained that he belonged to a very old family in the land of Egypt, and that he was highly esteemed there.
— from Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen by H. C. Andersen - Benedetto maintained the truth of what he had said, and accompanied it with details that did more honor to his imagination than to his veracity.
— from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet - A temperature from 65° to 85° centigrade is maintained during the drying process.
— from All About Coffee by William H. Ukers
