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as in remains
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
refused to abide where it was clear that he wasn't wanted
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as in endures
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
cannot abide being in huge crowds
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as in continues
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the village's once-honored ways no longer abide and now exist only in the memories of a few elders
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Recent Examples of abides
This is all good news, and the schedule abides to varying degrees, with the Guardians, White Sox and Astros coming up.
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Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
But the feeling abides that something has fundamentally changed.
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Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Feb. 2026
But today, in his favorite funky beachside café, Winslow abides amidst the usual surfer clientele.
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Fred Schruers,
Rolling Stone,
26 Jan. 2026
Eco effort The property abides by a zero-kilometer philosophy and prioritizes local suppliers for dining, in-room amenities, and decor.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
In a series of photos shared by DeuxMoi, Swift can be seen speaking with rockstar Stevie Nicks while dressed in a shimmering golden dress that only abides by some of her usual requirements.
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Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
1 Jan. 2026
Automation stops at stop signs and abides by the speed limit, Reimer said.
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Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
10 Dec. 2025
Debut album Blizzard is both jarring and hypnotic, the type of folk record that abides by decades-old traditions but still carves out a new, exciting niche.
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Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
5 Dec. 2025
At ease everywhere from flitting free jazz to looser, funkier textures, Allen abides, insistent but never overbearing on a session well worth the wait.
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Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Dec. 2025
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
But the feeling abides that something has fundamentally changed.
—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Feb. 2026
But today, in his favorite funky beachside café, Winslow abides amidst the usual surfer clientele.
—
Fred Schruers,
Rolling Stone,
26 Jan. 2026
Eco effort The property abides by a zero-kilometer philosophy and prioritizes local suppliers for dining, in-room amenities, and decor.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
In a series of photos shared by DeuxMoi, Swift can be seen speaking with rockstar Stevie Nicks while dressed in a shimmering golden dress that only abides by some of her usual requirements.
—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
1 Jan. 2026
Automation stops at stop signs and abides by the speed limit, Reimer said.
—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
10 Dec. 2025
Debut album Blizzard is both jarring and hypnotic, the type of folk record that abides by decades-old traditions but still carves out a new, exciting niche.
—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
5 Dec. 2025
At ease everywhere from flitting free jazz to looser, funkier textures, Allen abides, insistent but never overbearing on a session well worth the wait.
—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abides
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But the fear of being snatched by ICE agents remains, Neel said.
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But much of the repressive and corrupt structure in place during Maduro’s reign remains, with no concrete date set for democratic presidential elections.
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Michael Thompson, who resides in Clovis, New Mexico, was taken into custody after authorities received a tip regarding a threat to conduct a mass casualty attack at a Pride event in Lubbock, Texas.
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Strong leaders understand that the work resides in holding the tension.
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Unlike Isabelle in the film, who endures years of illness before her death, her sister is alive and well.
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Fortune’s journey to this point is a bit like the odyssey that the main character in his feature endures over the course of a day in Atlanta.
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Gansey will likely look to address the backcourt and wing positions in his next moves as NBA free agency continues.
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Still, by adding Brown, the 76ers won’t have to be as concerned if Embiid’s health continues to be an issue.
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Mallorca In fall, the crowds in Mallorca dissipate, the sea stays warm, and the impossible restaurant reservation opens up.
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This method only works with consistent airflow and if the humidity is low and towel stays damp.
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According to Silva, who lives near Comala, the restaurants worth noting here are Cuaxiote, De La Suerte, and Hacienda Pascual Nogueras with chef Alan Ramos.
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Heston is at his most gleefully cynical as Robert Thorn, a police detective who lives and works in a New York City decimated by environmental deterioration and dwindling resources.
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Using strobes and a long exposure time to allow the maximum amount of available light to hit his lens, Cooley snags about 50 shots of the 20-foot-tall tree, which stands vigil over a street where nearly all the homes burned.
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Attendees can enjoy lively sets before and after each screening from Cinespia’s signature DJs, along with a free photo booth, a wine bar and concession stands throughout the evening.
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The reduced rate, which serves as an incentive to get more borrowers to enroll in auto pay, lasts through June 30, 2028.
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For one thing, beetle colonies span all life stages and hence require complex containment; superworm cleaning only requires the larval stage, which lasts 10–12 weeks compared to just five to seven weeks for the beetles.
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