retain
Example Sentences
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While each serves a different social purpose, they all retain the same basic rhythmic foundation.
From Science Daily • Jul. 2, 2026
He will retain control for at least three years.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026
The trust says it is still in discussions about selling the farm buildings, lodge and cottage, but it will retain the land.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
Revisions include counting tips as income and a “parachute option” allowing schools to retain Pell grants if they fail the earnings test.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
Of course no one took credit, which allowed Goddard to retain the floor.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
Vocabulary lists containing retain
The Balcony Scene from "Romeo and Juliet"
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