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remain

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈmeɪn/]

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remain: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use remain in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “stay in a place or condition”

(verb) to stay in the same place or condition without moving or changing. It's like when you don't leave a room or keep things the same.

Example

I will remain here until you come back.

Example

She decided not to remain in the toxic environment.

Example

Will you remain at the party until the end?

Context: “existing or still in existence”

(verb) to continue to exist or be present. Think of it as things that still exist or are still around even after some time has passed.

Example

The ancient ruins remain a popular tourist attraction.

Example

Only a few traces of the old village remain after the fire.

Example

What remains of the old library building?

How to pronounce remain

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈmeɪn/]

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