Accepted
Accepted adjective - Generally approved or compelling recognition.
Maintained and accepted are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Maintained" instead a verb "Accepted".
Maintained
Maintained adjective - Kept in good condition.
Accepted and maintained are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Accepted" instead a verb "Maintained".
Both words in one sentence
- The other side accepted and maintained the term, having decided that given the evil of their opponents, Satan must actually be good.
Source: Literature / Prince Roger -
Margaret Bulkley became James Barry in order to be accepted into medical school, then maintained that identity throughout a long and distinguished military career.
Source: Sweet Polly Oliver -
As they maintained order in society, the citizens quietly accepted their existence.
Source: Manga / RideBack
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