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retention

[ri-ten-shuhn] / rɪˈtɛn ʃən /




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However, Harrington notes that the treaty has gray areas, notably regarding the retention of non-WMDs on the moon.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

This leads to excess salt and water retention, raising blood pressure and making it difficult to control.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Those include questions about the direction of the business, rollover, retention and expansion plans.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Not the best team in the country this year, but truly a testament to teamwork and hard work and talent retention.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Sheep and alpacas were selected for retention of wool and reduction or loss of hair, while cows have been selected for high milk yields.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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