1
as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
how long are you going to bide in this unhappy marriage?
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2
as in to stand
chiefly dialect
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at my advanced age I simply cannot bide young children
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as in to wait
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
I promise you that if you bide yet a little longer, all will come to pass just as you desire
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Recent Examples of bide
Sometimes, a former general manager serves in an advisory role while biding time for the next job.
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Zach Berman, New York Times, 8 May 2026
The Barracuda’s forwards, though, might need to bide their time.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Richardson said that since resigning as Oregon State’s GM last fall, Bjornstad has remained unemployed, biding his time developing an app for college athletic departments.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Something to consider while biding one’s time waiting for a flag person to let vehicles through construction zones.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Zach Berman, New York Times, 8 May 2026
The Barracuda’s forwards, though, might need to bide their time.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Richardson said that since resigning as Oregon State’s GM last fall, Bjornstad has remained unemployed, biding his time developing an app for college athletic departments.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Something to consider while biding one’s time waiting for a flag person to let vehicles through construction zones.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bide
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His trial is currently scheduled to begin in May 2027, though the date remains subject to change, his criminal defense attorney Amber Fayerberg previously confirmed to PEOPLE.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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For up to a month, Luban remained in a spot off the southern coast of India that is known for high food productivity.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
19 June 2026
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Speaking of that last vampire subject, this is also a great episode for Jacob Anderson in the B-plot, as Louis plays the reluctant avenger doing that loveable scoundrel Raglan James’s dirty work in two stand-out action sequences.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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Democratic voters are more likely to vote by mail than Republicans so stand to benefit in future elections if the Supreme Court declines to get involved.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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The lights were dimmed, my slippers were waiting beside the bed, and a video of the resort’s beach area played on the TV, complete with the soothing sound of waves washing up on shore.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
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Through five innings, the 27-year-old struck out seven batters and gave up seven hits while allowing two runs, continuing to cement himself as Miami’s most consistent pitcher in a season defined by injuries across the pitching staff.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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Elevated interest rates will continue to benefit savers through higher returns on certificates of deposit and high-yield savings accounts.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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And in a strange way, Brazil’s early elimination from that tournament 44 years ago has only added to their enduring appeal — with the team more fondly remembered than the country’s victorious sides in 1994 and 2002.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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The Toronto Blue Jays are enduring a disappointing 2026 season, struggling with inconsistency despite high expectations.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Vanoven urged residents to stay home as crews worked the active scene, warning that downed power lines and debris would be harder to see after dark.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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Rhaenys served as a valuable member of Rhaenyra’s council, even going to stop Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) from taking Rook’s Rest for King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney), so Rhaenyra could stay back.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Update your emergency kit and be sure to include enough food and water to last for 3 days for each person in your home.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The hurricane season lasts six months, from June through November.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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This is because many people tolerate the early dose reductions fairly well but struggle more near the end of the taper because the brain becomes increasingly sensitive to serotonin changes at lower doses.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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Six years later, an ostensibly secret but broadly tolerated Remonstrant church was established in Delft.—
Clare Bucknell,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
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“Bide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bide. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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