stay put

idiom

: to not move or go anywhere
Stay put until I get back.

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Surrounding mountains and a beautiful golden-sand beach make this an idyllic spot for those looking to stay put or a convenient launch pad for those excited to explore the island. Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024 Outlander Cast Season 7, Part 2 Photo Shoot View List ‘OUR SON’ | Not long after, Claire and Jamie are about to leave with the army, but Lord John has to stay put under house arrest. Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 27 Dec. 2024 All three of the drivers are magnetized too, so that the bits stay put when in use. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 24 Dec. 2024 With Callum Wilson sidelined until February due to his latest hamstring problem, Newcastle desperately need Isak to stay fit and to stay put. Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stay put 

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“Stay put.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stay%20put. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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