What is "retains"

Usage examples of "retains".

And one retains the sense recollection of both, each independent of the other.

Thus I presumed that the dead also have their sphere, and that when the dream-body of living, sleeping man enters there, he cannot grasp the difference between this sphere and his own and therefore always retains the illusion that the dead are still alive.

He is that member of the group who without separating from the union retains most of the original element.

Even as all faculties, all organs, are developed by opposition, provided it is not overpowering, so also the power of loving and of being blessed is developed under the outward opposition of the mortal, physical life, provided the spirit retains the once acquired knowledge and is able to endure the tribulations and with prudence to conquer them.

Time lays his touch so lightly on these generous steeds, that the mare on which thou now sittest has seen five times five years pass over her, yet retains her pristine speed and vigour, only that in the career the support of a bridle, managed by a hand more experienced than thine, hath now become necessary.

He who is mistaken in an action which he sincerely believes to be right may be an enemy, but retains our esteem.

Christian religion retains a greater influence over the souls of men than in America.