maintains

"The condition for getting a raise at work is meeting your quarterly targets. "

"He is a student of life."

"Do you need a gift for that special someone?"

"The noisy environment of the school cafeteria made it difficult to concentrate on my homework. "

"The bridge's sturdy support beams prevented the structure from collapsing. "

"The teacher declared the rules for the class project, explaining how each part would be graded. "

"My grandmother makes a delicious strawberry preserve for breakfast. "

"The mechanic fixed the broken bicycle chain. "

"The ancient Romans used a powerful siege engine to break down the city walls. "

"The student's action of studying diligently improved her grades. "

"The slaughter of the innocents was a significant event in the New Testament."

"The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter."