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uphold
verb
Keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
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ˌʌpˈhold
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verb
Keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
“Preserve the peace in the family”
verb
Stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
verb
Support against an opponent
“The appellate court upheld the verdict”
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Preserve the peace in the family
Continue the family tradition
Carry on the old traditions
The appellate court upheld the verdict
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