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To transfer into another vehicle (train, bus, etc.)
“He changes trains at Brussels to get to his destination.”
To become something different
“The tadpole changes into a frog eventually.”
Opposite of to remain in one fixed place
Opposite of 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 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 to make a trip to or visit
“We had initially planned a holiday but decided to stay put because of work commitments.”
Opposite of to retreat from something frightening or dangerous
Opposite of to leave one's present location
Opposite of leaving and arriving
Opposite of to move, glide or slide gracefully or effortlessly
Opposite of to move aside
Opposite of to leave, especially to flee or run away
Opposite of 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 to go somewhere, typically with some degree of difficulty
“I don't feel like going anywhere. Let's just stay here.”
Opposite of to debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints
Opposite of to cause people to leave a building or place
“When you hear the alarm, stay in the building until further instruction.”
(informal) Opposite of to move or depart hastily
“Do you mind if we stay here a little longer?”
Opposite of 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 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 to roam about for pleasure without any definite plan
Opposite of 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 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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