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retain (EN)
werkwoord

werkwoord “retain”

infinitief retain; hij retains; verleden tijd retained; volt. deelw. retained; ger. retaining
  1. behouden
    She retained her composure even in the face of adversity.
  2. vasthouden
    The sponge retains water well, making it perfect for cleaning spills.
  3. inhuren (bijvoorbeeld een advocaat)
    After the car accident, she decided to retain a lawyer to help her with the insurance claims.