verb, a less common word as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

retain, maintain

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Example Sentences

Example:The decision was made to retain all current employees in their current positions.

Definition:To keep someone or something in their original position or role.

From retain

Example:The company has decided to maintain the current staff structure and not relot any employees.

Definition:To keep something in the same position or state without change.

From maintain