Definitions

be

[bee, bee, bi] / bi, bi, bɪ /

VERB

exist

Synonyms

STRONG

abide act breathe continue do endure hold inhabit last live move obtain persist prevail remain rest stand stay subsist survive

WEAK

be alive go on have being have place

Antonyms

STRONG

cease depart die discontinue forsake give up go halt idle leave lose pass quit refuse reject stop

VERB

happen

Synonyms

STRONG

befall occur transpire

WEAK

come about come to pass take place

Example Sentences

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“And it had a really great impact on everyone in that room. So to be in this category with you tonight is incredible.”

From Los Angeles Times

“You showed us that the Olympic Games are a place for everyone. A place where sport brings us together.”

From Los Angeles Times

There was the raised fist that was once a signal for Magic to pass to Kareem for a skyhook.

From Los Angeles Times

“Fans were super supportive all day and winning at this course is a dream come true. I grew up watching this on TV.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s just humbling to be a part of.”

From Los Angeles Times