retain
verb (used with object)
to keep possession of.
retaining
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present participleof retain.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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England's pursuit of points has led to Warrington winger Matty Ashton retaining his spot on the left.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
On Friday, Moody’s Ratings kept France’s credit rating unchanged at Aa3, assuming France successfully adopts a deficit-reducing budget for 2027, while retaining a negative outlook.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
Attias said the family decided in 2025 to finally open the Clark, later retaining OTH Hotels Resorts to manage it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
Rather than rapidly releasing radioactive substances, the particles appear capable of retaining fission products within their structures.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026
Doublethink lies at the very heart of Ingsoc, since the essential act of the Party is to use conscious deception while retaining the firmness of purpose that goes with complete honesty.
From "1984" by George Orwell
