be anxious to maintain

Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words

Expresses a strong desire or worry about maintaining something.

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Examples (10)

  • We are anxious to maintain our close links with the police.
  • The company is anxious to maintain its reputation for high quality.
  • Both sides are anxious to maintain the current peace agreement.
  • She was anxious to maintain her independence as she got older.
  • The government is anxious to maintain a stable economy.
  • They were anxious to maintain their privacy during the media frenzy.
  • Teachers are anxious to maintain high standards in the classroom.
  • The pilot was anxious to maintain a safe altitude during the storm.
  • He was anxious to maintain a good relationship with his colleagues.
  • Investors are anxious to maintain their dividends at last year's level.