Continued and Retained

Continued

Continued adjective - Going on and on without any interruptions.

Retained and continued are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Retained" instead the word "Continued" as a verb or an adjective.

Retained

Retained adjective - Continued in your keeping or use or memory.
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Synonyms for Retained

Continued and retained are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Continued" instead the word "Retained" as a verb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: retainer, retaining

Both words in one sentence

  • For awhile, it continued to represent China and even retained its UN seat until 1971, when it was given to the PRC.
  • Serial Killer After turning into a Phantom, he somehow retained his human self, and continued his killing spree.
    Source: Serial Killer
  • 0% Approval Rating The Ravenhood is retained for no more than 2 generations, which means that the person's grandchildren once again become commoners, unless the status is reaffirmed by continued service to the Empire.
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