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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He said to stay with it, that something would happen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
"If we're not prepared to pay market rates, then they won't come to us and they won't stay with us," he said.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Although the semifinal against France and Spain holds a special place in his heart, Barton recalls other World Cup moments that will likely stay with him forever.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Certain congregants encouraged Hackney to stay with Sam after his arrest, which the author said didn’t result in a trial or prison time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
“I know you want to stay with Boo.”
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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