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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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2
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
Derek James, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Lena, working for Kate, is staying at a villa belonging to a senior member of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, masquerading as his son’s nanny.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
If a founder defines success as serving customers well and staying independent over twenty years, while a fund needs a 5x return in seven, those definitions of success will collide.
—Vale Siegrist, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
The lightweight fabric drapes easily without clinging, and shoppers praise it for staying breathable in hot weather.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
By staying aware, taking steps to cool down and adjusting plans where necessary, travelers can help ensure their trip remains both safe and enjoyable.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
Even with no martinis on his horizon, Elba is staying plenty busy, between his recent role in Masters of the Universe and an upcoming return to his signature character, Det.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Most cited safety concerns as their primary reason for staying home.
—Pat Maio, Daily News, 7 June 2026
On Saturday, May 30, Jagger Wing was found unresponsive while staying at a friend’s house, local outlet 14 News reported.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Verb
The goal is to keep muscles working continuously while the machine adjusts resistance and movement by staying within the lines of the digital graph above you.
—Derek James, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Lena, working for Kate, is staying at a villa belonging to a senior member of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, masquerading as his son’s nanny.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
If a founder defines success as serving customers well and staying independent over twenty years, while a fund needs a 5x return in seven, those definitions of success will collide.
—Vale Siegrist, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
The lightweight fabric drapes easily without clinging, and shoppers praise it for staying breathable in hot weather.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
By staying aware, taking steps to cool down and adjusting plans where necessary, travelers can help ensure their trip remains both safe and enjoyable.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
Even with no martinis on his horizon, Elba is staying plenty busy, between his recent role in Masters of the Universe and an upcoming return to his signature character, Det.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
Most cited safety concerns as their primary reason for staying home.
—Pat Maio, Daily News, 7 June 2026
On Saturday, May 30, Jagger Wing was found unresponsive while staying at a friend’s house, local outlet 14 News reported.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
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The 40,000-square-foot facility will include a permanent exhibit gallery, rotating exhibit areas, a research library, flexible education rooms and an indoor/outdoor pavilion.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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The Lower Basin states recently proposed slashing their water allotments by about 20% annually and asked Upper Basin states to commit to permanent cuts to ensure water keeps flowing south.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
8 June 2026
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The Bakersfield Police Department said two hostages had been safely released and that all remaining individuals were in good health as of Tuesday evening.—
Greg Wehner , Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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Goldman sees 60% earnings-per-share growth for Asia Pacific equities in 2026, with technology remaining the market's strongest-performing sector.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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The latest the series can end is June 17; the shield stopping him from answering questions — not just about his past, but his present and future — is likely to stay in place.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Texas is split down the middle on which issue should take priority — stopping voter fraud or preventing eligible citizens from being turned away at the ballot box — as a poll shows the split is not a sign of moderation but of deep partisan polarization.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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The House's effort to circumvent leadership on support for Ukraine comes as bipartisan legislation in the Senate to impose new economic sanctions on Russia has languished for more than a year, with senators waiting for a green light from the White House.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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Congress could also intervene, Budington said, by passing legislation that allows a private right of action after data breaches, allowing victims to pursue cases directly instead of relying on state laws or waiting for state attorneys general to take up a case.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
4 June 2026
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Spend time walking around, snapping photos, or visiting the small interactive museum, ZOOOM, where a short 3D film flies viewers over the mountain range; admission is included in the ticket price.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Local baseball legend Derrek Lee attested that, after visiting all 30 big-league cities, West Sacramento deserves to be among them.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Behind him, in single file, trailed a troop of men and women carrying decades-old L1A1 and Lee-Enfield rifles.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The system relied on an 11-parachute sequence to safely decelerate the capsule carrying a crew of four astronauts from over 25,000 mph in space to a gentle 20 mph splashdown.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Emergency medical services transported the victims to the hospital in stable condition.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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As the aircraft moves backward, the pilot starts each of the primary engines and brings them up to a stable idle.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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Some advocates and politicians say Sampson’s debate style is obstructive, a stalling tactic that prevents important bills from being passed.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2026
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Kompany’s full-back options must also be expanded, with Alphonso Davies struggling for form in 2025-26, Konrad Laimer stalling over a contract extension, and Hiroki Ito’s future at the club uncertain.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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