Definition of Retain

to maintain in use or possession

Examples of Retain in a sentence

Since I have poor memory recall, it is hard for me to retain lecture notes.  

The cup warmer will allow your beverage to retain its temperature for at least an hour.  

Because my sister is a shopping addict, she finds it hard to retain money.  

It was hard for Jennifer to retain her sobriety on the drug-filled college campus.  

If you want to retain your self-respect, you should not put yourself in an unbecoming position.  

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