retain
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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
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
U.S. officials have also been briefing that all the “nuclear dust” must go, but would they retain the leverage to insist on that?
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
Leinster, a side full to the brim of Irish internationals, did not have an answer as Bordeaux romped to a 41-19 victory in Bilbao to become only the sixth side to retain their European crown.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
On the side of the road, a field stretched out like green bed linen, dotted by mango trees with faded leaves struggling to retain their color against the drying wind.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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