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would keep/maintain

verbgeneral usecommon/mɐ̃tɨˈɾiɐ/man·te·ri·a

Definition

1

First or third person singular of the conditional simple tense of the verb 'to keep/maintain'. Expresses a hypothetical action, a future in the past, or politeness.

Usage examples

I would keep the promise if it were possible.
He said he would maintain the secret until the end.

Common combinations

would keep one's wordwould keep calmwould maintain the traditionwould keep the position