Example Sentences

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"I am remaining positive," she added, "but the whole housing market is a mess, I feel sorry for young people. At least I have a roof over my head, so I'm very grateful for that."

From BBC • Aug. 3, 2023

"Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic," she concluded.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2023

“I am remaining in Washington to vote on legislation that is important to the country, and I will be here to do my job which is my obligation to Kansans.”

From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2020

When the message was relayed, a new storm was smashing the ship, but he replied: "I am remaining till vessel saved or sunk."

From Time Magazine Archive

Tell him that I am remaining in the dining-room because I think his task will be easier with you in my absence.

From The Claverings by Trollope, Anthony