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as in remaining
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
let's stay inside this pavilion until it stops raining
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as in stopping
to bring (something) to a standstill
stay the trial until this new evidence has been processed
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as in waiting
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
we'll stay for a while longer and see if anyone shows up
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as in visiting
to reside as a temporary guest
let's stay at a quaint inn rather than at some generic motel
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as in carrying
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
beams being used to stay the bridge while it is undergoing repairs
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Recent Examples of staying
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
After all, staying fully charged feels like a premium perk without the premium price tag.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Has not the potential of violence been lit up when local law enforcement is nowhere to be found when protesters and agitators descend upon the hotels where ICE is staying?
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Spring Clothing Winter is the best time to thrift clothing for warmer weather because almost everyone is still focused on staying warm and cozy, so the inventory is robust.
—Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
The Patriots are staying at the Santa Clara Marriott, which is within walking distance of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Much of the Charlotte area surpassed worst-case scenarios for snow accumulations Saturday, and temperatures are staying low enough to keep it from melting on Sunday, forecasters say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
By trusting your intuition and staying focused on long-term goals, the Rat can navigate uncertainty with confidence, even as the Horse year brings rapid shifts.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
The appeals court, however, said staying the injunction serves the public interest by preventing federal agents from hesitating while carrying out lawful duties.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 Jan. 2026
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During an interview with Fox News Digital at AARP's annual Movies for Grownups Awards in Beverly Hills, the 74-year-old actress reflected on aging and shared her secret to staying confident decade after decade.
—Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
After all, staying fully charged feels like a premium perk without the premium price tag.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Has not the potential of violence been lit up when local law enforcement is nowhere to be found when protesters and agitators descend upon the hotels where ICE is staying?
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Spring Clothing Winter is the best time to thrift clothing for warmer weather because almost everyone is still focused on staying warm and cozy, so the inventory is robust.
—Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
The Patriots are staying at the Santa Clara Marriott, which is within walking distance of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
Much of the Charlotte area surpassed worst-case scenarios for snow accumulations Saturday, and temperatures are staying low enough to keep it from melting on Sunday, forecasters say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
By trusting your intuition and staying focused on long-term goals, the Rat can navigate uncertainty with confidence, even as the Horse year brings rapid shifts.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
The appeals court, however, said staying the injunction serves the public interest by preventing federal agents from hesitating while carrying out lawful duties.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
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At Punch Bowl Social (65 Broadway, Denver), an eatertainment spot, dirty sodas have earned a permanent spot on the menu, including a Dirty Cherry Cola ($7) with cold foam and a black cherry syrup or an alcoholic version with Jack Daniels for $12.—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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What’s overhyped is the idea that glass skin is a permanent state—or that more steps automatically lead to better results.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Reed was hospitalized in serious but stable condition on Sunday afternoon.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Medics took the unconscous survivor, identified by a co-worker as Garo Alexanian, to New York-Presbyterian Hospital Queens in stable condition.—
Rebecca White,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Even as salary budgets stabilize, effective leaders navigate uncertainty and changing employment patterns to create lasting value for their people and shareholders.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Combined with proper nutrition, exercise creates lasting results, not quick fixes.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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As the all-ages fans flooding the aisles of David Byrne's 2025 Radio City Music Hall show made clear, Talking Heads have one of the most enduring catalogs in modern American rock music.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
23 Jan. 2026
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As global leaders debate women’s participation in the economy at Davos, Roisin is focused on something more enduring — making sure women are equipped not just to participate, but to shape what comes next.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Matching gift programs, paid time off for volunteering, and pro bono service that puts employees’ professional skills to work can meaningfully strengthen nonprofit capacity while building durable skills across the workforce.—
Cat Ward,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Made from durable, high-quality denim and embellished with a rhinestone belt, these jeans are well worth the splurge.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
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Terms such as resilient economies, inclusive AI, minilateralism and middle-power cooperation featured prominently across conversations.—
Vaishali Nigam Sinha,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Greater system preparedness can produce more resilient AI security tools that can adapt and respond even more quickly with time.—
Connie Etemadi,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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After all, your love is everlasting—just like a faux flower crafted from crystal or a special piece of jewelry.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2026
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Today, ballet flats still reign supreme, proving Hepburn's everlasting influence.—
Amber Rambharose,
InStyle,
18 Jan. 2026
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Stop and think about what this meant for Live Nation, a formerly thriving commercial entity that achieved commercial success via – yes – live shows the excitement and success of which was rooted in the big, packed crowds that would attend them.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Maryland is a thriving hub for advanced health care and research and development.—
Peter Shen,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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