retained

Example Sentences

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Although luxury spending as a percentage of overall U.S. discretionary outlays is currently relatively low, it’s a sign that households retained some purchasing power—even as higher gas prices kicked in.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Paramount retained outside legal counsel to investigate Cipriani’s allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The device retained data for more than 50 hours at 700 degrees without needing to be refreshed.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

A more melodramatic version of the story, it still retained Hailey's structure and much of his dialogue.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Although not in the look of the campus and village; they retained much of their dreaming summer calm.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles