Nevertheless, an important group of family firms retained their independence, and others have entered the industry since that time.

How can diverse groups retain their diversity and participate in a democratic community?

The group will then not have enough resources to attract new members and retain current members.

The group has retained a lawyer in Washington to help lobby for the changes.

The group currently controlling the Chilean bank would retain a 7 percent interest.

Such groups and individuals may have completely normal development and retain a strong sense of community.

Even today, these groups retain most of their traditions and spirit beliefs.

The group retained their star status until their split in 1997.

However, the group retained its jazz influence and progressive sound on other tracks.