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Present participle for to remain in a specified state or position
“I have to stay behind the counter until the boss returns.”
Present participle for to stay somewhere temporarily
“My parents have decided to stay with us for the weekend.”
Present participle for to continue, or carry on being
“We cannot stay silent for much longer.”
Present participle for to provide with a sound or secure foundation or basis
“They would stay their masts up with lengths of rope and wire.”
Present participle for to put off or delay
“We are seeking simply to stay the proceedings on jurisdictional grounds.”
Present participle for to (cause to) come to a stop or standstill
“The trial judge refused to stay the proceedings or to exclude evidence pursuant to section 78.”
Present participle for to hinder or impede the progress of
“In case of a bond conditioned for the performance of a specific act, the court would stay proceedings on payment of the whole penalty and costs.”
Never relaxing or slackening
Being on a visit to a place
Living somewhere on a long-term basis
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