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retention

[ri-ten-shuhn] / rɪˈtɛn ʃən /




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However, Harrington notes that the treaty has gray areas, notably regarding the retention of non-WMDs on the moon.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The authority previously said it was "suffering more than most councils from problems arising from recruitment and retention challenges".

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“The grants and the scholarships will absolutely help” with enrollment and retention, said Heather Lattimer, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Cal State L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

This leads to excess salt and water retention, raising blood pressure and making it difficult to control.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Before I had left Chicago I had thought of a thousand arguments to present for the retention of the John Reed Clubs, but now the retention of those clubs did not seem important.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright




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