retained

Example Sentences

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The Gates Foundation has retained law firm WilmerHale to review its ties to the late sex offender, and its findings are expected this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

As LeBron James dominated the news cycle regarding his future on the eve of NBA free agency, the Lakers retained a different piece of their lineup.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

For example, a number of areas of welfare are devolved to Holyrood, but many are retained by the UK government, such as job centres.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Most pipeline operators, however, now are corporations, including industry leaders Williams Cos. and Kinder Morgan, while Enterprise Products Partners and Energy Transfer have retained partnership structures.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

He still retained a childlike belief in magic, tempered by an adult determination to exploit it.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer