Definition of "retentions" [retentions]

• Plural form of retention. (noun)

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• "Never use the term retentions, it makes reps go on the defensive and they will treat you like you're fishing for deals."
• "We had an average rate decreased of less than 1% and it was offset by an average 1% increased in self-insured retentions, which is the important attachment point where risk shifts from our client stuffs."
• "In 2001 when I got there, the kidnappings were called retentions or fiscal evasions."