stay with
Idioms-
Remain in one's mind or memory, as in That song has stayed with me all these years . [Late 1500s]
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Keep up with; also, concentrate on, continue with. For example, The runner from Kenya stayed with Mark almost to the finish line , or She has an amazing talent for staying with a problem . [Late 1800s] Also see stick with .
Example Sentences
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“Why’d you stay with her?” my friend asked me about my ex, in one of our many long talks at his house during my time there.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
The data would all stay with the user and there would be other precautions to address any concerns about Chinese government influence, the official said, adding that U.S. companies are some of Unitree’s biggest customers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
And Tom desperately wants Sam to stay with him.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Verstappen hints at F1 stay with racing set to go 'back to normal'
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Only Kate would return to stay with Mary Greeley at the house in Turtle Bay.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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