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as in keeps
to continue to have in one's possession or power
I plan to retain the family heirlooms until my own children are mature enough to appreciate them, and then I will lovingly pass them on
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as in owns
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
that author retains the right to veto any changes in his books suggested by his publisher's notoriously intrusive editor
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as in employs
to provide with a paying job
her neighbor retained her as a nanny for the summer, thus giving her something to do until school started again
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Recent Examples of retains
He will not be traded, in my mind, unless Anaheim retains half of his remaining salary.
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Pierre Lebrun, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
In addition, artificial turf retains heat, often reaching temperatures of 150-180 degrees Fahrenheit on warm, sunny days.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The result is a crystal-clear Tequila that retains vanilla and caramel notes typically found in aged Tequilas.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The agency was co-founded by Giants legend Michael Strahan and retains Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce as a client.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Known for the Southampton Polo Club and the annual Hampton Classic—one of the nation’s premier equestrian events—the area retains a rural character and a strong connection to its agrarian past.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Downtown Los Angeles retains much of the style of a bygone era.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Despite these themes, the book somehow retains a hopeful tone.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 20 Dec. 2024
Ukraine launched an incursion into Kursk in August and still retains some settlements there.
—Kostyantyn Hak, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
Pierre Lebrun, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
In addition, artificial turf retains heat, often reaching temperatures of 150-180 degrees Fahrenheit on warm, sunny days.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The result is a crystal-clear Tequila that retains vanilla and caramel notes typically found in aged Tequilas.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The agency was co-founded by Giants legend Michael Strahan and retains Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce as a client.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Known for the Southampton Polo Club and the annual Hampton Classic—one of the nation’s premier equestrian events—the area retains a rural character and a strong connection to its agrarian past.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Downtown Los Angeles retains much of the style of a bygone era.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Despite these themes, the book somehow retains a hopeful tone.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 20 Dec. 2024
Ukraine launched an incursion into Kursk in August and still retains some settlements there.
—Kostyantyn Hak, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retains
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However, what keeps the Bayonetta games in that rarified strata of brilliance are their intricate and involved combat systems.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Moreover, movement is a simple tool that keeps us focused.—
Judy Knotts,
Austin American-Statesman,
27 Dec. 2024
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In addition to Envy, Jago’s company also owns Circ Apartment Residences in Hollywood, which could be renamed Circ Condominiums or Circ Residences as an apartment-to-condo conversion.—
Lisa J. Huriash,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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However, Chris-Craft owns the design for the custom aluminum grill and bezel encasing the speaker.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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The tracker relies on radar technology and satellites to keep tabs on Santa, according to NORAD, which notes those methods are the same ones the agency employs to protect skies over North America.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
24 Dec. 2024
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On September 16, Forest Service chief Randy Moore held a staff-wide videoconference, which was then released to the public, explaining how the massive agency, which employs approximately 30,000 people, would address the shortfall.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside Online,
23 Dec. 2024
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Kelly holds a political science degree from Wichita State University.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
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The upper level holds a bonus room, loft and three more bedrooms while the lower level comprises a large recreation room, home movie theater, a wine cellar and guest suite.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
4 Jan. 2025
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Once again, there’s a selection bias - an author who hires a ghostwriter likely will invest more in promotion and other factors that increase sales.—
Roger Dooley,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Then, filled with admiration for this person who has turned a simple space into a something transcendental, the patron hires Tóth to oversee construction on a community center in the modest burg of Doylestown, Pennsylvania.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Young teams can make those kinds of mistakes, but the Dolphins possesses one of the oldest rosters in 2024.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
4 Jan. 2025
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Consequently, employers would rather hire an employee who has less experience but possesses AI skills, than hire a candidate with more experience but no AI skills, according to Microsoft's Work Trend Index 2024.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Katherine Scott is a 21-year-old who enjoys a wide variety of genres such as ambient music, hyperpop and indie-pop.—
Jackson Hawkins,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Dec. 2024
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Yoo’s slick recruiter enjoys more screen time this season, and the actor explodes his character’s chilling composure during a terrifying — and delightfully unhinged — reunion with Gi-hun.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Supporting comprehensive dialogue would help establish a representative government that preserves Syria’s territorial integrity and protects minority rights, while reducing the likelihood that Iran or other external actors exploit minority groups to gain influence.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, this preserves tax-advantaged accounts for later growth.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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“Retains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retains. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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