The word "retain" means to keep something or continue to have it. It can refer to holding onto physical objects, memories, information, or qualities.
Examples:
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To keep possession of something:
She decided to retain her old car instead of buying a new one. -
To remember or keep information:
He can retain a lot of information after reading. -
To continue to have or hold a position or quality:
The company managed to retain its top employees.
If you'd like, I can provide more examples or explain how to use "retain" in different contexts!
