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retentive [rɪˈtentɪv, Am -t̬ɪv] ADJ

to have a retentive memory

mieć dobrą pamięć

Usage examples with retentive

to have a retentive memory

mieć dobrą pamięć

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Carnivorous leaves are held at the end of the petiole with long retentive glands. en.wikipedia.org

Its location means that the heat retentive properties of seawater help keep winter temperatures higher. en.wikipedia.org

It has thought me self-discipline and given me the retentive eye of an observer. en.wikipedia.org

The soil must be moisture retentive but well drained. en.wikipedia.org

An archwire can also be used to maintain existing dental positions; in this case it has a retentive purpose. en.wikipedia.org

Materials which are porous and moisture retentive, such as brick, wood, and certain coarse concrete mixtures are hospitable to moss. en.wikipedia.org

It can be quite vigorous in heavier, moisture retentive soils and forms clumps to about 30 cm (12 in) diameter. en.wikipedia.org

These soils are highly retentive of moisture and extremely compact and tenacious when wet. en.wikipedia.org

He was known for his discretion and retentive memory, and also a sense of humour; often placing things in perspective with a sardonic quip. en.wikipedia.org

While a student there she displayed such mental alertness, combined with retentive memory and a great imaginative and poetic talent that she was marked for future success. en.wikipedia.org

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