to retain
01
保留, 铭记
to keep something in one's thoughts or mental awareness
Transitive: to retain a memory or knowledge
例子
Even after many years, she could still retain vivid memories of her childhood home.
即使多年以后，她仍然能够保留对童年家园的生动记忆。
02
保留, 保持
to keep what one has or to continue having something
Transitive: to retain a physical or abstract possession
例子
Individuals who maintain a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet are more likely to retain good physical and mental well-being as they age.
保持健康生活方式和均衡饮食的个人更有可能在年老时保持良好的身心健康。
03
保留, 吸收
to absorb and keep a substance within a particular object or material
Transitive: to retain a material
例子
Bath towels made of high-quality cotton retain moisture well.
高品质棉制成的浴巾能很好地保留水分。
04
保留, 保持
to intentionally keep, maintain, or preserve something in its current state, resisting removal, elimination, or alteration
Transitive: to retain sth
例子
The small town decided to retain its annual summer festival as a cherished tradition.
小镇决定保留其一年一度的夏季节日作为一个珍贵的传统。
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