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To have headed straight towards a specified direction or object, usually at an accelerated speed
“The last remaining warriors of the vanquished army made straight for the hills in fear for their lives.”
Opposite of past tense for to move or travel across an area
“Garner was advised to remain on the other side of the river while his party looked for help.”
Opposite of past tense for to move or proceed further along a path or course
“You must remain in this location until you have been given directions to next safehouse.”
Opposite of past tense for to squirm or wriggle around
Opposite of past tense for to move or travel towards
“He would remain in the same position, unresponsive to my calls.”
Opposite of past tense for to move past someone or something with force
“Sarah had to wait until the crowd dispersed before she could proceed to take a photo with one of her idols.”
Opposite of past tense for to leave a place, often for another
“Although they would have been glad to rest themselves on the opposite bank, they resigned themselves to stay within the island.”
(informal) Opposite of past tense for to move or depart hastily
“Do you mind if we stay here a little longer?”
Opposite of past tense for to commence or continue a given task
“I have been working incessantly for hours and I need to take a break before I collapse from exhaustion.”
Opposite of past tense for to transfer oneself to another place, especially in the company of others
“Stay where you are and I will be right back with a tray.”
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