as in staying
to reside as a temporary guest
began their retirement by leisurely sojourning with friends and relatives scattered across the country
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The sale includes statement shoes like pink lace-up boots plus cozy designs perfect for staying warm all winter like insulated boat shoes, water-resistant boots, and even waterproof boots for rainy days.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025 -
For events with formalities, like speeches, cake-cutting, or a holiday toast, Hayes advises staying until those key moments are complete.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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Green Bay turned the ball over twice and lost on a 49-yard field goal at the final gun in a 16-13 defeat at the hands of the visiting Carolina Panthers last week.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Geologist finds inspiration in Tucson Moore was visiting family in Tucson, surrounded by Sonoran desert, when the idea for his research came to mind.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Sojourning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sojourning. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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