Answer: maintained

AnswerCrossword Clue
MAINTAINEDKept up
MAINTAINEDHeld
MAINTAINEDAsserted
maintainedState something strongly to be the case; assert
maintainedProvide with necessities for life or existence
maintainedKeep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements
maintainedHold (a position) in the face of attack or competition
maintainedMAINTAIN, to keep in proper condition
maintainedCause or enable (a condition or state of affairs) to continue
maintainedKeep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition or in working order by checking or repairing it regularly
maintainedKeep (something) at the same level or rate
maintainedGive one's support to; uphold