retain

Example Sentences

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Treasury said it would retain control over the app and operations for these initial accounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"It is very clear... that the majority of respondents were not in favour of the proposed phase-out. They wanted to retain freedom of choice when selecting vehicles," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Potts is keen to retain his place in England's XI when the Test summer begins in June.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

It would give the NFL more power to remove or retain the people calling the games.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Something novel, original, daring and unique must be designed and built if American engineers are to retain their prestige and standing.”

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson