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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
Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Tate was staying at the home while her husband, filmmaker Roman Polanski, was abroad.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The suspect had been staying at the hotel.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The first option is staying put.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
This design choice can also limit the ability to create an open-concept living and dining area—an important feature for staying connected as you age.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
So just staying aggressive, and the outcome will be the outcome.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 10 May 2026
Doctors there describe them like hotel rooms, designed with en-suite bathrooms, exercise equipment, food delivery and Wi-Fi for patients staying for long periods.
—Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In conclusion, European and American travelers and operators are adapting to the new, and hopefully temporary, geopolitical situation, with many choosing different destinations and/or timings, as well as different modes of transport and staying closer to home.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
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Amid high expectations and long win streaks, Moss said a sports psychologist has spoken to the team about staying present and not letting the success get into their heads.
—Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Tate was staying at the home while her husband, filmmaker Roman Polanski, was abroad.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The suspect had been staying at the hotel.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The first option is staying put.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
This design choice can also limit the ability to create an open-concept living and dining area—an important feature for staying connected as you age.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
So just staying aggressive, and the outcome will be the outcome.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 10 May 2026
Doctors there describe them like hotel rooms, designed with en-suite bathrooms, exercise equipment, food delivery and Wi-Fi for patients staying for long periods.
—Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In conclusion, European and American travelers and operators are adapting to the new, and hopefully temporary, geopolitical situation, with many choosing different destinations and/or timings, as well as different modes of transport and staying closer to home.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
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The victims are asking the court to order comprehensive reparations, medical and psychological treatment, guarantees against future abuses and the permanent closure of El Helicoide.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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The North Halmahera Regency Government officially announced a permanent ban on all climbing activities on Mount Dukono as a measure of public safety following the incident.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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The bigger lesson from the Strait of Hormuz crisis is that efficiency may work in a stable world, but falls apart in an unstable one.—
Victor Nian,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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Chinese state media said the robots can navigate difficult terrain and operate as stable mobile weapons platforms resistant to recoil and blast impacts.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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And there are valid questions about what lasting impact there may be for the Kansas City area, particularly in terms of future regional transportation concepts that KC2026 hopes will take root.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2026
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Whether students are trying a sport for the first time or preparing for a competitive season, this summer’s camps and clinics promise an environment where every Falcon can develop skills, build connections, and make lasting memories.—
Cullen Gibson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 and laid siege to Mariupol, the building became an enduring emblem of the city’s resistance.—
James Verini,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
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But the nation’s everyday drug is also the culprit behind its most enduring and overlooked drug crisis.—
Lev Facher,
STAT,
12 May 2026
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Setting aside the fact that Alonso was a homegrown fan favorite, the club’s all-time leader in home runs, and a player who authored some of the greatest moments in the team’s recent history, the Polar Bear was extremely durable.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
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Made from the same durable ripstop fabric as the other styles mentioned, these shortalls are designed to keep you cool, dry, and comfortable even in the harshest summer sun.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The team didn’t sustain momentum enough, even after resilient comebacks.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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Even so, when integrated into a resilient network, Typhon delivers a powerful and flexible deep-strike capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Buckwheats are famous for attracting butterflies of every description, and their flowers are wonderful candidates for everlasting arrangements.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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Her unwavering grace and dignity remained true throughout her life and now her everlasting legacy.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Saugatuck Another hot spot in the western part of the state, Saugatuck has something for every type of traveler, with six beaches, a thriving art scene, and several breweries.—
Katy Spratte Joyce,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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My father came to Chicago in 1947, met my mother and began a thriving tailoring enterprise that was known throughout the city, suburbs and Midwest.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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