Bide

usgb/baɪd/
verb

To remain or stay somewhere.

He decided to bide in the town for a few more days.
Visual representation of "bide" - To remain or stay somewhere

Often appears as...

  • bide here
  • bide there
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Visual representation of "bide"
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Regional Use

Mostly used in the United Kingdom and is considered archaic.

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She chose to bide at her grandmother's old house.
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Implies Comfort

Suggestions of choosing to stay somewhere contentedly or comfortably.

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After his journey, he bided in the peaceful village.
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Temporal Stay

Often implies a temporary stay, not a permanent one.

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The weary traveler bided at the inn for a night.
Visual representation of the word "Bide"

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