retain
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“Household balance sheets also retain significant capacity to absorb new supply,” they added.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The grandfather's lawyer has said that as the children retain joint nationality and that they can return to the UK if they choose in the future.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Intesa said it would retain Mediobanca–which was acquired by Monte dei Paschi last year–and its brand, around 625 Monte dei Paschi branches and a limited part of its central infrastructure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
"This indicates that the mice may not necessarily forget the previous pathway to reward, but retain this information in case the situation changes again," says Dr. Sarpong.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
Eventually, the now-unused battery will lose its ability to retain charge.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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