To have transferred into another vehicle (train, bus, etc.)
“I changed trains at Brussels to get to my destination.”
To have become something different
“The tadpole changed into a frog after a few months.”
Opposite of past tense for to remain in one fixed place
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 engage in a journey for purposes of discovery
“They were content in their comfort zone and decided to stay put rather than wander into the unknown.”
Opposite of past tense for to make a trip to or visit
“We had initially planned a holiday but decided to stay put because of work commitments.”
Opposite of past tense for to retreat from something frightening or dangerous
Opposite of past tense for to leave one's present location
Opposite of past tense for leaving and arriving
Opposite of past tense for to move, glide or slide gracefully or effortlessly
Opposite of past tense for to move aside
Opposite of past tense for to leave, especially to flee or run away
Opposite of past tense for to be in motion by moving one's feet in a slow and alternative manner
“Everyone boldly crossed the busy road, but Henry decided to stay and wait for the cars to clear.”
Opposite of past tense for to go somewhere, typically with some degree of difficulty
“I don't feel like going anywhere. Let's just stay here.”
Opposite of past tense for to debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints
Opposite of past tense for to cause people to leave a building or place
“When you hear the alarm, stay in the building until further instruction.”
(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 move or jump suddenly or rapidly upwards or forwards
“There was nothing they could do except to sit and wait until the enemy passes.”
Opposite of past tense for to get ahead of
“She would block my path and I would have to remain where I was for the duration of the escalator journey.”
Opposite of past tense for to roam about for pleasure without any definite plan
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 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.”
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