Example Sentences

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Simmons will be an Exclusive Rights Free Agent after the season and easily retainable by Seattle.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2018

The usual guardian's commission is five per cent, retainable out of the funds of the estate.

From Burnham Breaker by Greene, Homer

Kent went with her obediently, but not without wondering why she had sent for him, of all the retainable lawyers in the capital.

From The Grafters by Lynde, Francis

They have scarcely brought themselves into a retainable position when the door opens and Mr. Amherst enters the room, followed by Sir Penthony Stafford and Luttrell.

From Molly Bawn by Hamilton, Margaret Wolfe