Answer: maintaining

AnswerCrossword Clue
maintainingKeep (a military unit) supplied with equipment and other requirements
maintainingCause or enable (a condition or state of affairs) to continue
maintainingState something strongly to be the case; assert
maintainingGive one's support to; uphold
maintainingKeep (something) at the same level or rate
maintainingKeep (a building, machine, or road) in good condition or in working order by checking or repairing it regularly
maintainingHold (a position) in the face of attack or competition
maintainingMAINTAIN, to keep in proper condition
maintainingProvide with necessities for life or existence