stay with

phrasal verb

stayed with; staying with; stays with

: to be remembered by and to continue to influence or affect (someone) in some way

The memory of that tragic day has stayed with her ever since.

: to continue using or doing (something)

Stay with the medication for a couple more days and see if the rash clears up.

I know the work is hard, but if you just stay with it for a while longer, it'll be done.

: to go or make progress at the same rate as (someone) : to keep even with (someone) in a race, competition, etc.

The other runners struggled to stay with the leader.

Examples of stay with in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The message urged travelers to take precautions like keeping an eye on their drinks; staying with a group of friends in bars and clubs, while walking in dark areas or in taxis at night; and letting family and friends know about their travel plans. —

Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024 The story of the glacier that had suddenly halted stayed with Tulaczyk. —

Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 12 June 2024 About three quarters of Circle the City’s patients leave with housing plans, including subsidized apartments, addiction programs or temporary stays with friends, Ms. Despres said. —

Jason Deparle, New York Times, 10 June 2024 Earn more points at stays with Marriott, Choice Hotels, and Best Western Considering a vacation rental in beach, mountain, or urban destinations this summer? —

Ramsey Qubein, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for stay with

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