stay on
The phrase "stay on" implies persistence or continuation in a specific situation or place.
Definition
B2General
(informal)To continue to be in a location after others have left.
Example
- He stayed on at the party even after most guests had left.
B2Employment
(informal)To remain employed at a job or position.
Example
- She decided to stay on at the company for another year.
B2Healthcare
(informal, medical)To continue taking medication as prescribed.
Example
- The doctor advised him to stay on the antibiotics for the full course.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stay on":
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