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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

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

The depreciation of hybrid-electric models has previously sparked concerns that Ferraris with batteries might not retain their appeal as solidly as those without.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 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

If so, this was unusual: Most professional journalists retain interview transcripts lest what they’ve written generate a charge of libel or invasion of privacy.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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