retain possession
The athlete retained possession of the trophy after winning the championship.
The athlete kept ownership of the trophy after winning.
To continue to have ownership or control of something, especially in a legal context.
The court ruled that the company must retain possession of the disputed property until further notice.
The court decided the company should keep ownership of the property for now.
Often used in legal or contractual contexts to describe maintaining rights over property or assets.
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Legal Context
In legal documents, 'retain possession' often implies a formal right to keep something.
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Formal Usage
Use 'retain possession' in formal or legal contexts, not casual conversation.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'retain' (to keep) and 'possession' (ownership or control).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in legal, business, and sports contexts to describe maintaining rights or control over something.