1
as in remains
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 stands
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 waits
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 bides
The Honest Discussion While some intrepid investors may wish to catch this falling knife at its current value, the clever money most likely bides its time.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bides
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For his part, Carney said his government remains ready to continue talks to reduce tariffs in certain sectors.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Affordability was a central concern for voters in the 2024 presidential contest and remains relevant in the run up to the 2026 midterms, especially among younger voters.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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Other vendors include stands selling caramel apples, hot dogs, burgers, burritos and tacos.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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From 1844 till her death in 1922, Sarah would continue making additions to the property, which now stands at 24,000 square feet, with 160 rooms, 10,000 windows, 2,000 doors, 47 stairways and fireplaces and more.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Helm waits around for the skies to clear.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Electric and natural gas companies are usually regulated by the state and can be told not to shut people off while the state waits to receive its share of the LIHEAP money, Wolfe said.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Score the Cumrige Self-Cleaning Litter Box for $100 off while this deal lasts.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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According to Florida public records, Royal Castle’s trademark lasts through 2028.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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Remembering is the first step toward coherence — and coherence is the foundation of everything that endures.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Oct. 2025
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Pairing these vehicles with a clear philanthropic strategy ensures your giving addresses root causes and endures for generations.—
William Jarvis,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
4 Nov. 2025
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Operating under a mission statement emphasizing female perspectives and universal connection, Each Other Films continues developing its pipeline while pursuing additional partnerships across borders.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
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Bennett, however, accepts the proposal, despite his unresolved past with Clover.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Matty also accepts an apology from Olympia, who feels bad about baiting her (and then recording her).—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
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But the program faces uncertainty if the shutdown persists.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
2 Nov. 2025
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And, even today, that emotional connection persists.—
Joe Kozlowski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Bides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bides. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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