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remained

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 Covina Police Department said the incident remained under investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

In a website statement, WellBN said it recognised "the seriousness and sensitivity of the matters raised" and that its priority remained providing "compassionate, safe and effective care for all patients".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But Juda said the government remained firmly committed to its target of 8.0 percent GDP growth by 2029, even though this entails high public spending at a time of dwindling resources.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

It’s an expensive hobby, yet with a fleet with an average age of more than 50 years, one that has remained in reach for average earners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

She watched, waiting for something to happen, but the two girls just remained where they were, pretending they were completely transfixed by the movie in front of them.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny