verbπShareTo keep in possession or use."The company retained a lawyer to handle the contract negotiations. "businesslawpropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo keep in one's pay or service."The company retained Ms. Johnson as a consultant even after her initial project was finished, because of her valuable expertise. "jobbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo employ by paying a retainer."The company retained a lawyer to represent them in court. "businessjoblawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hold secure."The dam retained the water, preventing a flood. "businesslawfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hold back (a pupil) instead of allowing them to advance to the next class or year."Because he didn't pass his exams, the school retained Mark in the third grade for another year. "educationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo restrain; to prevent."The dam retained the floodwaters, preventing them from reaching the town. "actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo belong; to pertain."The smell of freshly baked bread retained to the kitchen, making the whole house feel warm. "lawbusinesspropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
