as in permanent
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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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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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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
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying
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In 1994, Virgil converted his 160-acre family farm to a permanent wildlife conservation area by planting tall grass prairie.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Among others agenda items, that February 18 hearing is intended to set dates for a session on a possible permanent restraining order.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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They are thought to promote weight loss by increasing feelings of fullness and supporting more stable blood sugar levels after eating.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
5 Feb. 2025
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Two were taken to Ryder Trauma Center in critical and serious condition; the third is in stable condition.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2025
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These findings underscore the severe and lasting impact of the disaster on the residents of East Palestine, emphasizing the urgent need for continued support and intervention.—
Misti Allison,
TIME,
1 Feb. 2025
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Its more lasting memory is for mainstreaming leather into general audience fare (this was a Warner Bros. film).—
Tom Brueggemann,
IndieWire,
30 Jan. 2025
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The Art Theater, 230 Main St. in Hobart is hosting a special tribute concert on the anniversary weekend of the crash reminding audiences of the impact Buddy Holly had on popular music around the globe during his short life, and underscoring Holly’s tremendous and enduring legacy.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2025
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Within hours of taking office, Trump dared the courts, Congress and his fragmented opposition to stand in the way of what could be his most enduring legacy: a radical expansion of presidential power.—
Sam Baker,
Axios,
30 Jan. 2025
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These watches are also nearly always more accurate (and durable) than your friend’s 007 Omega.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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The Rincon 4 has a more durable, full-coverage outsole design for a longer lifespan.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2025
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Platt also draws from his experience as a father to a child with ADHD (a condition he and his son share), offering insights into raising compassionate, resilient kids.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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The contrast highlights a resilient consumer sector but signals potential headwinds for corporate growth as the Trump administration prepares to reshape economic policy.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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On what would have been Aaliyah’s 46th birthday, her brother Rashad Haughton spoke with PEOPLE about her enduring legacy and everlasting influence.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Ichiro Suzuki had already cemented a strong, and likely everlasting baseball card market long before Tuesday’s almost unanimous vote for his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, headlining the class of 2025.—
Larry Holder,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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The German supermodel, one of the first Victoria’s Secret Girls, went beyond the fashion runway to secure a thriving reality TV career.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Jan. 2025
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Once vital and thriving neighborhoods became feast-or-famine districts where the game day feast seldom provided much, if any, benefit to the immediate neighbors.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Staying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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