stay put
Example Sentences
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Now some Jews are debating whether to stay put or move to places with more Jews like the U.S. and Israel, which together account for 90% of the world’s Jewish population.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
"It doesn't mean that I'm going to stay put for the rest of the year. I just want to wait and see where this goes," he said.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
For British singer- songwriter Myles Smith, it's a "mixed bag" as to why artists might choose to stay put.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
Most of these homeowners may be unaffected if they stay put in their homes and home prices recover.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026
He and Mami exchange looks as I stay put in the back seat.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
