1
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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2
as in stopping
to bring (something) to a standstill
stay the trial until this new evidence has been processed
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3
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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4
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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as in permanent
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Recent Examples of staying
William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The ladies go to a Red Lobster restaurant near both the church and Toys R’ Us location that Manchester is staying at.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Police have since been revealing further details about the case, including releasing images of the campsite where the father and kids — who are now safe and in the care of the Oranga Tamariki (Ministry for Children) — had recently been staying.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
For now, the governor’s office is staying quiet about how much financial assistance will be coming.
—Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Once your strands soak it all up, you’re left with a touchable texture that holds its shape while staying soft.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
His commitment to staying clean has always impressed Jimmy Fallon, who once headlined his own Clean Cut Comedy Tour before taking over The Tonight Show, and recruited Bargatze to join him.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Getty Images Christian Watson is staying.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The designer expanded his Villa Flower and Villa Serena to make room for plenty of guests, and to implement his signature restrained style while staying true to the island influences of the locale.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The ladies go to a Red Lobster restaurant near both the church and Toys R’ Us location that Manchester is staying at.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Police have since been revealing further details about the case, including releasing images of the campsite where the father and kids — who are now safe and in the care of the Oranga Tamariki (Ministry for Children) — had recently been staying.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
For now, the governor’s office is staying quiet about how much financial assistance will be coming.
—Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Once your strands soak it all up, you’re left with a touchable texture that holds its shape while staying soft.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
His commitment to staying clean has always impressed Jimmy Fallon, who once headlined his own Clean Cut Comedy Tour before taking over The Tonight Show, and recruited Bargatze to join him.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Getty Images Christian Watson is staying.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The designer expanded his Villa Flower and Villa Serena to make room for plenty of guests, and to implement his signature restrained style while staying true to the island influences of the locale.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
The 35-year-old founder has built a remarkably high-earning captive agency, all while staying within the corporate framework that others rush to leave.
—William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The ladies go to a Red Lobster restaurant near both the church and Toys R’ Us location that Manchester is staying at.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Police have since been revealing further details about the case, including releasing images of the campsite where the father and kids — who are now safe and in the care of the Oranga Tamariki (Ministry for Children) — had recently been staying.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
For now, the governor’s office is staying quiet about how much financial assistance will be coming.
—Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Once your strands soak it all up, you’re left with a touchable texture that holds its shape while staying soft.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
His commitment to staying clean has always impressed Jimmy Fallon, who once headlined his own Clean Cut Comedy Tour before taking over The Tonight Show, and recruited Bargatze to join him.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Getty Images Christian Watson is staying.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The designer expanded his Villa Flower and Villa Serena to make room for plenty of guests, and to implement his signature restrained style while staying true to the island influences of the locale.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The 35-year-old founder has built a remarkably high-earning captive agency, all while staying within the corporate framework that others rush to leave.
—William Jones, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The ladies go to a Red Lobster restaurant near both the church and Toys R’ Us location that Manchester is staying at.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Police have since been revealing further details about the case, including releasing images of the campsite where the father and kids — who are now safe and in the care of the Oranga Tamariki (Ministry for Children) — had recently been staying.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
For now, the governor’s office is staying quiet about how much financial assistance will be coming.
—Kate Talerico, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
Once your strands soak it all up, you’re left with a touchable texture that holds its shape while staying soft.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 10 Sep. 2025
His commitment to staying clean has always impressed Jimmy Fallon, who once headlined his own Clean Cut Comedy Tour before taking over The Tonight Show, and recruited Bargatze to join him.
—Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Getty Images Christian Watson is staying.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The designer expanded his Villa Flower and Villa Serena to make room for plenty of guests, and to implement his signature restrained style while staying true to the island influences of the locale.
—Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
Adjective
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Suspicious activity could lead to the disqualification of candidates and a permanent suspension of the Athlete of the Week poll.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
11 Sep. 2025
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The job cuts are permanent, and employees will not have bumping rights to other positions.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Any liquid water on TRAPPIST-1 e would be accompanied by a greenhouse effect, which would involve various gases, especially carbon dioxide, keeping the atmosphere stable and the planet warm.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Your core muscles, back muscles, and balance may improve as your body works to remain stable against the extra weight.—
Claire Bugos,
Verywell Health,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Our new stadium and mixed-use district will generate lasting benefits for residents, workers, families, and fans in Arlington Heights, Cook County, and the State of Illinois.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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To create lasting value, Tumi has built a sophisticated, tiered content architecture rooted in cohesive storytelling.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Addiction has long been one of society’s most enduring struggles.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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That honest, messy middle—where ambition meets uncertainty and growth doesn’t always look graceful—has been essential in making Issa’s work so resonant and enduring.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The arched metal guardrails add a design-minded detail, while the solid metal frame is durable and easy to assemble.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2025
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The beloved brand has been around for over 120 years and has earned a respected reputation for its durable, heirloom-quality cookware that spans cast-iron skillets, Dutch ovens, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But New Orleans is more than resilient.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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This beautiful flight attendant is resilient, hardworking, and looking for her soulmate.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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John Belushi and Chris Farley both died of drug overdoses at 33 and there’s this everlasting legend about them.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
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The name stuck — and went on to become an everlasting program, a live performance, a location and a brand.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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From a once thriving fleet, only 17 vessels remain in America’s University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System.—
Craig Hooper,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Some farms have even started producing honey thanks to the thriving bee population.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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