1
as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
how long are you going to bide in this unhappy marriage?
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2
as in to stand
chiefly dialect
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at my advanced age I simply cannot bide young children
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3
as in to wait
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
I promise you that if you bide yet a little longer, all will come to pass just as you desire
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Recent Examples of bide
Like other Phillies starters, Luzardo bides his time between innings in a hallway underneath the dugout at Citizens Bank Park.
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Matt Gelb, New York Times, 3 May 2025
So Schoen took Carter without hesitation with the third pick and then bided his time to see what would happen with the quarterbacks.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
He’s been biding his time since then, throwing plyometric balls in third inning of games, working the bands in the fifth and playing catch with the wall in the seventh, just in case.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025
All of this has changed how superspeedway races unfold, creating the impression that no longer is it paramount to be a great driver with a great team but more about biding your time and capitalizing on others’ misfortune and/or mistakes.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Matt Gelb, New York Times, 3 May 2025
So Schoen took Carter without hesitation with the third pick and then bided his time to see what would happen with the quarterbacks.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
He’s been biding his time since then, throwing plyometric balls in third inning of games, working the bands in the fifth and playing catch with the wall in the seventh, just in case.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025
All of this has changed how superspeedway races unfold, creating the impression that no longer is it paramount to be a great driver with a great team but more about biding your time and capitalizing on others’ misfortune and/or mistakes.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bide
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However, López still has not been charged with a crime despite remaining in detention.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2025
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Connecticut uses its own money to provide that coverage, but could stand to see reductions to their federal Medicaid reimbursement for doing so.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
3 June 2025
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The video ends with the man still on the ground and the police officers standing over him.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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Back in Lisbon, Magellan meets and marries Beatriz (Angela Azevedo), though she’s largely left to wait and wilt as her husband remains faithful above all to the waves.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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Detroit has been beset with injuries since spring training, and the team is still waiting on the return of at least eight players — including $15 million offseason free agent pitching acquisition Alex Cobb.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Voice of America was founded during WWII to counter Axis propaganda and continued to bring cultural and political democracy to countries under authoritarian rule.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Officials hired additional crews so work could continue around the clock and coordinated with contractors to accelerate their timelines, even bringing a second asphalt plant online to speed up production.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
2 June 2025
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And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.—
Mathilde Ross,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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With only $276 million in debt and $2.2 billion in cash, this company is well-equipped to endure uncertainties.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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When Canela reached young adulthood and became a full-time service dog, Hernandez stayed committed to teaching the canine and learning with her.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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True leadership shows in moments of ambiguity by staying composed, guiding teams through change and fostering a culture of innovation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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While state law allows special sessions to last up to 60 days, many lawmakers view the end of June as their true deadline to get an incentives plan done.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
5 June 2025
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Being pepper-sprayed can also lead to lasting psychological trauma.—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Marie Lodi My next session took place three months later, at which time Francis said my skin had tolerated the laser really well.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
1 June 2025
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Which means that losing in the second round again, for instance, won’t be tolerated and could cost Treliving — set to enter the third year of what is, according to The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun, a four-year contract — his job.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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“Bide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bide. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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