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retained

Prononciation : [rɪˈteɪnd]

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Contexte : « memory »

(verb) to keep something in your mind. When you learn something in school, and you remember it later, you have retained that information.

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After studying hard, she retained all the important facts for the test.

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He could not retain the information because he didn't pay attention in class.

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What strategies can help you retain information better?

Contexte : « property »

(verb) to hold on to something or keep something with you. This could be a possession or an idea that you don’t give away.

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The family retained ownership of the house for many years.

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They decided to sell the property and no longer retained any interest in it.

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Which items do you wish to retain after the move?

Contexte : « employment »

(verb) to keep someone in a job or to hire someone for a particular task. When someone is chosen to do a job and stays in that position, they have been retained.

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The company retained her as a consultant because of her expertise.

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He was not retained by the company after his probation period ended.

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How long do you plan to retain your current employees?

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