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。
To succeed in language learning, it 's important to practice regularly to retain vocabulary and grammar rules.
要在语言学习中取得成功，重要的是要定期练习以记住词汇和语法规则。
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
The antique shop owner decided to retain a few rare pieces in the collection.
古董店老板决定在收藏中保留几件稀有物品。
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。
Certain fabrics are designed to retain heat, making them suitable for winter clothing that keeps the body warm.
某些面料设计用于保留热量，使其适合保持身体温暖的冬季服装。
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。
The company decided to retain its flexible work policy to support employee well-being.
公司决定保留其灵活的工作政策以支持员工的福祉。
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