abide
verb (used without object)
to remain; continue; stay.
abided
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past participleof abide.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof abide.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
abideverb (used without object)to remain; continue; stay.
Example Sentences
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"For years, Europeans aided and abided flagrant ethical flaws in the international football federation," said Bruen, head of the Global Situation Room strategic communications firm.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
It requires those submitting trophy kills to sign an affidavit swearing they have abided by club technology and other restrictions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
I knew that MI5 had not abided by NCND.
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2025
The former Spanish colony was annexed by the U.S. in 1898 and has abided by the U.S.
From Salon ● Jan. 9, 2025
As long as I obeyed my father and abided by the customs of my tribe, I was not troubled by the laws of man or God.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
