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staying (A2)

verb form

Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪ.ɪŋ/

The act or process of remaining in a particular place or state for a period of time.

staying in (prepositional phrase): Remaining at home or in one place. — "We decided on staying in tonight instead of going out."
staying out (prepositional phrase): Not returning home at night; remaining away from home. — "The teenagers were caught staying out too late."
staying with (prepositional phrase): To live temporarily in someone's home. — "I'm staying with my aunt while my apartment is renovated."
staying at (prepositional phrase): To be in a particular place temporarily. — "They are staying at a hotel near the beach."

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