remain still

verb phrase

Meaning

Stay in a fixed position without moving any part of the body.

Examples

Please remain still until the photographer captures the perfect shot.
The cat remained still for several minutes, watching a bird in the garden.

Synonyms: stay, keep still, freeze, stand motionless

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remain still

verb phrase

Pronunciation: rɪˈmeɪn stɪl

Definition

Stay in a fixed position without moving any part of the body.

Examples

Please remain still until the photographer captures the perfect shot.
The cat remained still for several minutes, watching a bird in the garden.

Synonyms of remain still

Words with a similar meaning to remain still:

stay
keep still
freeze
stand motionless

Antonyms of remain still

Words with the opposite meaning to remain still:

move
fidget

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