'retain.v.02'
[retain.v.02] as in: allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature


Examples:
We cannot continue several servants any longer
She retains a lawyer
The family's fortune waned and they could not keep their household staff
Our grant has run out and we cannot keep you on
We kept the work going as long as we could
She retained her composure
this garment retains its shape even after many washings



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