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retained

[ri-teynd] / rɪˈteɪnd /




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Yet along with other Western broadcasters that have retained a presence in Russia we have still been receiving invitations to Kremlin events.

From BBC

As for Princesses Beatrice, 37, and Eugenie, 35, they have retained their titles, as they are the daughters of the son of a sovereign.

From BBC

Two-time Australia champion Sabalenka had her chances, notably leading the final set 3-0, but the fifth seed retained her trademark cool to pull through.

From Barron's

It is amusing to note that both the Pakistani and Indian armies retained British commanders in chief after independence.

From The Wall Street Journal

Their kidneys retained denser networks of capillaries, stronger filtration barriers, and more stable energy production within cells.

From Science Daily