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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
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.
—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
Smith on Thursday said that in most cases, the state board abides by the recommendations made by the authorizing panel.
—Dmitry Martirosov, Arkansas Online, 14 Nov. 2025
Her presence was a profound blessing for our entire community and her spirit abides in thousands of lives.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Her presence was a profound blessing for our entire community, and her spirit abides in thousands of lives.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
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
Smith on Thursday said that in most cases, the state board abides by the recommendations made by the authorizing panel.
—Dmitry Martirosov, Arkansas Online, 14 Nov. 2025
Her presence was a profound blessing for our entire community and her spirit abides in thousands of lives.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Her presence was a profound blessing for our entire community, and her spirit abides in thousands of lives.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abides
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The Henderson County Sheriff's Office remains committed to seeking justice for victims and their families—no matter how much time has passed.—
Nathalie Marie Palacios,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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One year after two major wildfires tore through opposite sides of Los Angeles County, recovery for thousands of families remains far from complete.—
Sarah Alegre,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The other now resides in Campbell’s division, gearing up for a playoff game while the Lions watch from home.—
Dianna Russini,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Structure information summary Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 Dec. 2025
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As Connecticut endures a wave of a variety of flu strains, other influenza-like illness are also circulating and making people sick.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
5 Jan. 2026
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In this age of uncertainty and transition in college sports, the memory of Jackson endures for millions of fans.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Jan. 2026
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The return of Matthews the Superstar continues.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The federal change at the CDC comes as a measles outbreak which first appeared in northwest South Carolina in late 2025 continues to grow, reaching 211 cases by Tuesday.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Although indoor poinsettia usually stays relatively compact, outdoor plants can grow over 10 feet tall.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Instead, water them once a week, making sure the soil stays moist but never wet.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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And Mike saw the difference his father made in his athletes’ lives at the wake.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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While the Broncos and Seahawks will watch the chaos unfold at home, 12 teams will be battling for their playoff lives during NFL Wild Card weekend.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Here’s how Round 1 stands after the conclusion of Saturday’s wild-card games.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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The rubber seal around your fridge door stands guard over all of the food inside.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Unpopped popcorn lasts up to two years in the pantry, but microwave popcorn has a shorter shelf life due to the oils.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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The set is user-friendly and lasts up to two weeks with proper application.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Abides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abides. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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