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remain

[ri-meyn] / rɪˈmeɪn /
VERB
stay, wait
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continue endure go on hover last linger live persist prevail stand stop survive wait
STRONG
abide bide bivouac bunk cling delay dwell freeze halt hang inhabit lodge nest outlast outlive pause perch reside rest roost sojourn squat tarry visit
WEAK
be left hang out hold over hold the fort keep on make camp put on hold remain standing sit out sit through sit tight stay behind stay in stay over stay put stick around
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cease die discontinue go leave lie
STRONG
carry on depart hurry move
WEAK
forge

Example Sentences

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The central bank struck a cautious tone on inflation, saying that core measures remain muted but that risks stemming from the conflict render some uncertainty to the outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Greer said the U.S. has been working with Mexico, but noted that many issues remain with Canada.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

This packaging plays a critical role in determining which genes are active and which remain silent.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

But prices remain higher than before the conflict started on 28 February.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

But he was allowed to remain with his beasts, and for this he was grateful.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda