staying 1 of 3

present participle of stay
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staying

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verb (2)

present participle of stay
as in carrying
to hold up or serve as a foundation for beams being used to stay the bridge while it is undergoing repairs

Synonyms & Similar Words

staying

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adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of staying
Verb
In my experience, staying ahead of trends is critical for success on Amazon. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025 Keeping an eye on the market is necessary, but real success comes from staying committed to your vision and customer needs. Tom Dunlop, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 The growth of the resort's offerings can be attributed to our commitment to staying ahead of the trends, our guests' increasing interest in unique and premium experiences, and our ability to collaborate with exceptional brands like Krug that align with our standards. Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025 In my experience, staying ahead of trends is critical for success on Amazon. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
In my experience, staying ahead of trends is critical for success on Amazon. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025 Keeping an eye on the market is necessary, but real success comes from staying committed to your vision and customer needs. Tom Dunlop, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 The growth of the resort's offerings can be attributed to our commitment to staying ahead of the trends, our guests' increasing interest in unique and premium experiences, and our ability to collaborate with exceptional brands like Krug that align with our standards. Jillian Dara, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025 In my experience, staying ahead of trends is critical for success on Amazon. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder. Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
Adjective
  • The company is searching for a permanent replacement.
    Alexander Coolidge, USA Today, 30 June 2025
  • Then Chief Financial Officer Murray Auchincloss stepped in as interim CEO before being appointed on a permanent basis in January 2024.
    Michael Considine, CNBC, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Medics took the two men to New York-Presbyterian Hospital Brooklyn Methodist in stable condition.
    Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 29 June 2025
  • One of the victims was in critical condition and the other was in stable condition, McCarty said.
    Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 29 June 2025
Adjective
  • After days of escalating airstrikes between Israel and Iran that killed hundreds in Iran and dozens in Israel—and the United States’ decision to involve itself—one of the most lasting, and difficult to quantify, losses may be the fragile framework of international nuclear cooperation.
    Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 25 June 2025
  • But often, their most lasting influence happens in the final chapter—as teacher, mentor or transition partner.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Adjective
  • While superior technology and breakthrough innovations have shaped pivotal moments in history, victory has often relied on something more enduring: the ability to mobilize people, platforms, capital and ideas into a cohesive, mission-ready force.
    Toni Townes-Whitley, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • The award recognizes a long-time commitment of service to aquaculture that is deemed highly significant and enduring.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 22 June 2025
Adjective
  • The authentic arcade controls are durable and comfortable for intense sessions.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 26 June 2025
  • The pods themselves are designed to be durable enough to resist ocean corrosion and short circuits, with a lifespan of up to a decade when properly maintained.
    Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 25 June 2025
Adjective
  • The capital is more sophisticated, the stakeholders are more educated and the businesses are becoming more resilient.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
  • PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress provides a combination of resilient support for optimal spinal alignment and conforming pressure relief that is essential for alleviating and preventing various types of back pain.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • The events this morning are outrageous and will have everlasting consequences.
    Jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
  • Sadly, until the right man provides polish, Charity’s golden heart may be doomed for everlasting tarnish.
    David John Chávez, Mercury News, 21 June 2025
Adjective
  • Leaders who invest in the holistic health of their workforce can foster resilience, drive performance and cultivate a thriving organizational culture.
    Loubna Noureddin, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
  • What makes this destination particularly exciting to visit is the chance to explore its thriving arts scene.
    Essence, Essence, 18 June 2025

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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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