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retention

Divide retention into syllables:

re · ten · tion

How to pronounce retention:

Synonyms for retention:

carehandsmaintenanceprocurementsupportcustodymemorykeepingcontrolenjoyment
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Antonyms for retention:

libertyliberationaidassistancereleasehelpfreedomemancipation

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