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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3
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
During the heat of summer, those grass roots are just biding their time, waiting for the temperatures to go back down.
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Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
As much as young players and their fans may not want to hear it, biding your time can be fruitful.
—Don Yaeger, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
To bide our time until then, Entertainment Weekly has compiled a handy guide on how to watch all five Bourne movies in order.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
He’s been holding out for Joan all the while, biding his time as a bartender at Elysium’s version of Grand Central.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
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Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
As much as young players and their fans may not want to hear it, biding your time can be fruitful.
—Don Yaeger, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
To bide our time until then, Entertainment Weekly has compiled a handy guide on how to watch all five Bourne movies in order.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Sep. 2025
He’s been holding out for Joan all the while, biding his time as a bartender at Elysium’s version of Grand Central.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bide
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Two of the monkeys had applauded the event with hopping and grunts, but the other three had shot like arrows into the trees, chasing after the peculiar bird that had remained indifferent to their antics.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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While challenges remain for buyers and sellers, housing experts say the market is beginning to stabilize.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Episode 3 ended with Ron, Eric Nam, Kristen Kish, and Caroline Stanbury all tied to trees and hilariously pleading for their lives while the Traitors and a masked executioner all just kind of stood there awkwardly.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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For immigration advocates in the Bay Area, Good’s death has intensified long-standing concerns about intimidation and retaliation against those who monitor federal agents.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Indiana’s defense didn’t wait long to make an impact.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 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,
10 Jan. 2026
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As new products and innovations hit the market and her solo travels continue, she's curated quite the arsenal of safety devices and accessories.—
Stephanie Gray,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Tensions mount in Minneapolis Hundreds of people took to the streets of Minneapolis to protest within hours of Good’s death and demonstrations have continued to swell in the ensuing days.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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Elordi plays Dorrigo Evans, an army surgeon who becomes a war hero after enduring some time in captivity in a Japanese Prisoner of War camp.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Long before Maduro’s capture, severe blackouts were sidelining life in Cuba, where people endured long lines at gas stations and supermarkets amid the island nation’s worst economic crisis in decades.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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The best beanies for women are quintessential cold-weather hats that strike a delicate balance between staying warm and looking polished, even when the weather is anything but fashion-friendly.—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kenady Barrett had 14 points and eight assists for Poyen (15-0, 5-0 2A-8), which stayed unbeaten.—
Erick Taylor,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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Act fast to shop Amazon’s current hottest deals because prices aren’t guaranteed to last through the month.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 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,
10 Jan. 2026
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The shed can tolerate up to 6 inches of snow, prevents rainwater from pooling, and has engineered air vents that ensure optimal ventilation inside.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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For families This is the rare wilderness lodge where kids aren't just tolerated—they're given the kind of freedom that barely exists anymore.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Bide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bide. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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