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Maintain Quotes

Lines on keeping something steady over time.

These quotes explore "maintain" in surprising ways, from the paradox that opposing something can maintain it to sustaining a distinct creative voice. See Balance.

To oppose something is to maintain it.

Quotes by Ursula K. Le Guin

I don't consciously do anything to maintain a unique voice.

Quotes by Thomas Perry

I am a professional and maintain good rapport with all my producers, directors and co-artists.

Quotes by Sanjeeda Sheikh

I have to maintain my stardom.

Quotes by Radhika Pandit

Anything Quotes

Being a psychologist did enable me to maintain objectivity.

Quotes by Pamela Stephenson

An empire founded by war has to maintain itself by war.

Quotes by Montesquieu

Maintain democracy or go to dictatorship: that is what is at stake in these elections.

Quotes by Mario Vargas Llosa

I maintain my sanity by keeping my distance.

Quotes by Luis Miguel

Ways have to be found to maintain university research untramelled by requirements of forecasting application or usefulness.

Quotes by John Vane

Balance Quotes

You have to maintain your principles but have a broader appeal.

Quotes by Jeb Bush

We have to maintain the Krishnasthali.

Quotes by Hema Malini

If we do not maintain justice, justice will not maintain us.

Quotes by Francis Bacon

You can maintain work-life balance even while pursuing careers.

Quotes by Chanda Kochhar

Limited series ensure that we maintain the quality of the writing on the sets.

Quotes by Barun Sobti

Being Quotes

While speaking in the NA, one must maintain respect.

Quotes by Asma Jahangir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the paradox mentioned in these Maintain quotes?
One quote argues that opposing something can actually work to maintain it, rather than weaken it.
Do these quotes discuss maintaining a personal voice?
Yes, one speaker notes they do not consciously try to maintain a unique voice, suggesting it comes naturally.
Is there a historical or political angle here?
One line observes that a war-built empire needs ongoing conflict just to sustain itself, a sober historical observation.
Does research get mentioned in relation to maintaining?
Yes, one quote calls for university research to be maintained free from pressure to justify immediate usefulness.
Where can I find more quotes about balance?
See Balance for related lines on staying steady and consistent.

Others look at maintaining power through war or keeping research free from narrow demands. Explore Being and Anything for more.