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retained

Pronunciation: [rɪˈteɪnd]

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Learn how to use retained in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “memory”

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

Example

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.

Example

What strategies can help you retain information better?

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

Which items do you wish to retain after the move?

Context: “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.

Example

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

Example

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

Example

How long do you plan to retain your current employees?

How to pronounce retained

Pronunciation: [rɪˈteɪnd]

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