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retention

[ri-ten-shuhn] / rɪˈtɛn ʃən /




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"I think we should be thinking actively about how to incentivise, whether that's through targeted reduction in employers' National Insurance or other kinds of recruitment and retention incentives," he said.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Firms now often retain the brands of companies they buy and use bonuses and other retention strategies to keep staff on board.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

It has a steady growth business with a competitive moat in scarce landfills, annuity-like revenue, and 90%-plus annual customer retention.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“If you’re going to focus on recruitment and retention, you have to be pragmatic and address the needs of young women,” Newsom said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Despite Yutar’s shrill plea for their retention, Justice de Wet ordered them removed.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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