retain
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The free, ad-supported streaming service is leaning on the tech to take on bigger players and retain young audiences.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The two-time world champion has not fought in Britain since December 2022, when he stopped Derek Chisora at this weekend's fight venue to retain the WBC title.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
She said officers submitted false information to the DMV, forcing her to retain a lawyer to stop her license from being suspended or revoked, according to the complaint.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Even if Warsh is eventually confirmed, Powell could stay on the board and retain a vote on interest rates.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
“Which man of honour,” I wrote, “will desert a lifelong friend at the insistence of a common opponent and still retain a measure of credibility with his people?”
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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