Maintain has 2 syllables and the stress is on the second syllable.
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1. | The bureaucrats maintain solid ties with the gigantic corporations. | |
2. | We must maintain the amicable relations between Japan and the U.S. | |
3. | We build and maintain relationships with others. | |
4. | We should make every effort to maintain world peace. | |
5. | And at times when I became discouraged with trying to reconcile working and bringing up children, it was my husband who helped to maintain my determination. | |
6. | I maintain that sports are a waste of time. | |
7. | It's no easy matter to maintain a family of six. | |
8. | My income is barely enough to maintain living. | |
9. | All social animals use some methods of communication to exchange information and to maintain an orderly community. | |
10. | Women use talking to maintain personal relationships. |