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as in to stay
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
one of the three bridges known as "the London Bridge," it was moved in the late 1960s to Lake Havasu City, Arizona, where it remains today
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as in to continue
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the fact remains: it's still impossible to be in two places at once
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Recent Examples of remain
Gradually whisk in half-and-half, eggs, salt, and remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
In today’s issue: The U.S.-China tariff turnstile Deportation dilemma rocks the courts
GOP down to details on Medicaid cuts
Iran, U.S. nuclear progress unclear
President Trump’s tariff rollout has world leaders and economists on edge as White House messaging about the levies remains inconsistent.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
A lot of the clubs from that time were gone—Finbar’s, Hunt’s, Memorial Auditorium, where the band once opened for Allen Ginsberg—but the scrappy apartments mostly remained.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Then there’s the question of what the crushing water pressure at that depth would have on any bodies that remained on the wreck of the Titanic.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
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Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
In today’s issue: The U.S.-China tariff turnstile Deportation dilemma rocks the courts
GOP down to details on Medicaid cuts
Iran, U.S. nuclear progress unclear
President Trump’s tariff rollout has world leaders and economists on edge as White House messaging about the levies remains inconsistent.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
A lot of the clubs from that time were gone—Finbar’s, Hunt’s, Memorial Auditorium, where the band once opened for Allen Ginsberg—but the scrappy apartments mostly remained.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Then there’s the question of what the crushing water pressure at that depth would have on any bodies that remained on the wreck of the Titanic.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
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Shevchenko stayed at 135 for her next four fights, going 2-2.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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This underwear is lightweight and discreet, and stays fresh all day.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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Geopolitical Ticking Clock The ongoing U.S.-China dispute, Beijing’s approval delays, and national security concerns continue to cloud any hopes for a straightforward resolution pathway.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Taxpayer costs for the Moscow homicides case have continued to climb as Kohberger awaits his chance for a defense at trial and remains jailed.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Apr. 2025
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IndieWire understands the festival was waiting to confirm Denzel Washington’s attendance, and indeed the star will be at Cannes.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Lead With People The talent of the future won’t wait without a scaled AI strategy.—
Adam Bujak,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Whether through design, real estate, or social initiatives, Yemane’s businesses are all about impact, helping people build wealth, communities, and lasting relationships.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Great Migration brought many Black American artists and thinkers to New York City, famously spurring the Harlem Renaissance, which lasted from the end of World War I through the 1920s.—
Johanna K. Taylor,
The Conversation,
18 Apr. 2025
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Speculation has persisted regarding a big-money move, but Moyes is looking to keep hold of his star defender.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Spanish giants tried and failed to buy him in the January window but their interest persisted.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Remain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remain. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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