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Usages of behalten
Diese Gewohnheit lernte ich als Kind und behielt sie bis heute.
I learned this habit as a child and kept it until today.
Ich behalte das Brot für später.
I keep the bread for later.
Ich behalte ihr Geheimnis für mich, weil Ehrlichkeit und Vertrauen wichtig für unsere Freundschaft sind.
I keep her secret to myself because honesty and trust are important for our friendship.
Die Zeitverschiebung macht es schwer, aber ich möchte meinen Schlafrhythmus trotzdem behalten.
The time difference makes it difficult, but I still want to keep my sleep rhythm.
Ich lege die Jacke zurück, aber ich behalte den Kassenzettel.
I put the jacket back, but I keep the receipt.
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