retained

"The floodwaters damaged many homes in our town. "

"My grandmother's valuable were passed down through generations. "

"My grandfather is a retainer of old traditions, and he keeps them alive in our family. "

"The salary negotiations between the employee and the company ended with a mutually agreeable compromise. "

"The scientist has expertise in the field of nuclear fusion."

"The family consulted a financial consultant about their retirement savings. "

"I brush my teeth regularly to prevent them from turning yellow."

"Be sure to finish your homework before you go to bed!"

"The painting represents the artist's vision of a peaceful countryside. "

"to allow a servant his liberty;  to allow a free passage;  to allow one day for rest"

"The library has possession of the rare book, even though it doesn't own it. "

"Marriage is a contract."