Answer
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Also, Section One must answer to or maintain stable relations with agencies such as the CIA.
Source: Series / La Femme Nikita - To maintain the ruse Jerry now has to answer his phone as "Vandalay Industries"
Source: Maintain the Lie -
It's subverted as he never really finds an answer, and decides to maintain it simply because the Big Bad can't prove that breaking the Masquerade is worth screwing over some of the mages.
Source: Contemplate Our Navels
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