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retain

[ri-teyn] / rɪˈteɪn /




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More often, leaders at the companies that retain her tap their own networks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“Household balance sheets also retain significant capacity to absorb new supply,” they added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Cedars-Sinai spokesperson Duke Helfand said the hospital would be unable to recruit and retain physicians, nurses, and specialists if the measure passed, dramatically impairing its ability to provide healthcare.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The plans include stronger protections for trees, clearer expectations for developers to retain hedgerows, and greater use of Tree Preservation Orders.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

You must be careful to retain control at all times.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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