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retained
UK
/rɪˈteɪnd/
US
/rɪˈteɪnd/
Functions as an adjective derived from the past participle of the verb “retain”, e.g. “retained earnings”, “retained object”, “retained counsel”.
Translations
The company decided to invest its retained earnings in new equipment.
L'entreprise a décidé d'investir ses bénéfices conservés dans de nouveaux équipements.
Additional translations
Definitions
The company decided to invest its retained earnings in new equipment.
The board sought advice from their retained counsel before proceeding.
In the sentence "She was given a book", "a book" is a retained object.
retained
Past Simple
retained
Past Simple
retained
Past Participle
retaining
Gerund
UK
/rɪˈteɪn/
US
/rɪˈteɪn/
Translations
The walls are designed to retain heat during the winter months.
Les murs sont conçus pour conserver la chaleur pendant les mois d'hiver.
She managed to retain her composure during the stressful meeting.
Elle a réussi à retenir son sang-froid pendant la réunion stressante.
Additional translations
Definitions
She managed to retain her composure during the stressful meeting.
The walls are designed to retain heat during the winter months.
He struggled to retain the information he learned in class.
The family retained an experienced attorney to manage the estate.