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
After biding his time in 2024 behind Shemar Stewart and Nic Scourton — drafted in the first and second rounds of last year's NFL draft — 2025 gave Howell a chance to be the guy.
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Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
Linebacker Isaiah Jones bided his time for two seasons (four games) before Cignetti’s arrival and became a key cog within Bryant Haines’ unit.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Samson Okunlola thriving Samson Okunlola, a former five-star prospect and consensus top-25 recruit in the Class of 2023, had to bide his time before eventually getting consistent playing time.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
Eating strawberry jam and biscuits while admiring the murals of birds and other characters is the best way to bide time before your plate comes out.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 5 Dec. 2025
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Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
Linebacker Isaiah Jones bided his time for two seasons (four games) before Cignetti’s arrival and became a key cog within Bryant Haines’ unit.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Samson Okunlola thriving Samson Okunlola, a former five-star prospect and consensus top-25 recruit in the Class of 2023, had to bide his time before eventually getting consistent playing time.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
Eating strawberry jam and biscuits while admiring the murals of birds and other characters is the best way to bide time before your plate comes out.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 5 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bide
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And weekly filings for first-time jobless benefits – considered a proxy for layoffs – have remained steadily low.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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The remaining 110 seats in the 275-member body will be allocated through a proportional representation system, under which political parties nominate lawmakers based on their share of the vote.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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On this episode, Vlad returns to talk about where things stand, and all of the company's new efforts to give retail traders even more instruments to use.—
Joe Weisenthal,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Implats, which competes with Valterra and Sibanye-Stillwater in the platinum group metals market, has a long-standing presence in Zimbabwe, having steadily built its stake in Zimplats in the early 2000s and become the dominant owner, holding more than 80% of the company.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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Lauer was the lone holdout, waiting until a few weeks before trial to admit guilt.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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This is something people have been waiting for.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Travelers can disembark in towns like Ticonderoga to visit Fort Ticonderoga, a key Revolutionary War site overlooking the lake, or continue north toward Plattsburgh, where waterfront trails and kayaking launches offer easy access to the water.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The threat of severe weather continued in the nation's midsection, with strong thunderstorms possible from Texas northeast all the way to Ohio and western Pennsylvania and New York.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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The stillness of Laurel Playground reflects the unease that has settled over this stretch of West End, which has endured a disproportionate share of violence.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Dengler endured endless torture and other miseries — escaping from prison was just the beginning of his ordeal in the jungle — but Bale plays him as a determined optimist, an indomitable spirit that cannot be crushed.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
7 Mar. 2026
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Chiles stays perfect Another week, another Jordan Chiles perfect 10.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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There are a multitude of absurd high jinks and shenanigans (really the only words applicable here) that lead to Greg's decision to stay and inevitably fill each episode.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Landing a job that lasts over a decade is a blessing for any working actor.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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Over the last few years, AI models have gone from being able to manage tasks lasting only a few seconds to today’s AI agents working autonomously for many hours.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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However, most figs won't tolerate cold as well as other trees; people in chillier climates should do well with the Chicago Hardy variety.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
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This shrub tolerates clay-like soils, wet sites, urban locations, and often accompanying air pollution.—
Jamie McIntosh,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Bide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bide. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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