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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