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retain

[ri-teyn] / rɪˈteɪn /




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It is the latest sign foreign luxury brands might not retain the pull -- and the cashflow -- that they counted on in the world's second largest economy in the 2010s.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Kopke, who came from Munich to retain his title in the men's downhill race, said the conditions were "optimal" this year.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Legal “hold” letters have been sent to representatives of GKN Aerospace, demanding the company retain its records that could be relevant to the investigation, said Kimberly Edds, director of public affairs for Spitzer’s office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

That has made it harder to attract and retain customers in a competitive streaming market.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

At the time that I retained Walter Poliak, I was advised that I should also retain someone who was not connected with the struggle, as that would positively influence the Transvaal bar.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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