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remain
To remain is to be left over, to continue to exist or to stay behind after others have gone. (verb)
- When all of the candy has been eaten except for one piece, this is an example of a time when one piece remains.
- When a single room is left after a fire burns down the rest of the building, this is an example of a time when one room remains.
- When everyone goes on vacation but you, this is an example of a time when you remain behind.
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