Retain Crossword Clue

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Retain Crossword Answer

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PEEK

(4 letters)

LEAVEIN

(7 letters)

HOLD

(4 letters)

HAVE

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress
2. the financial means whereby one lives
(verb)
1. maintain by writing regular records
2. conform one’s action or practice to

Hint 2: Clue Definition

RETAIN (verb)
1. secure and keep for possible future use or application
2. allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PEEK
(4 letters)
LEAVEIN
(7 letters)
HOLD
(4 letters)
HAVE
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
PEEK

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