as in abiding
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1
as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
how long are you going to bide in this unhappy marriage?
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as in standing
chiefly dialect
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at my advanced age I simply cannot bide young children
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as in waiting
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
I promise you that if you bide yet a little longer, all will come to pass just as you desire
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Recent Examples of biding
Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
Wall Street is rediscovering many old tech names from the 1990's that have been quietly biding their time, waiting patiently for this new cycle.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
And the loss seemed to unleash some hidden resentments, some wolves that had been biding their time deep in the woods but were now baying at the door.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Republicans around the country have long been looking to Florida — which has been biding its time and is gearing up to act this spring — to help the party pull ahead.
—Kadia Goba, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
But that is simply a matter of putting the work in and biding your time for your body to develop.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Newsom decided to withdraw and run for lieutenant governor, biding his time in exchange for entrée to Sacramento in Brown’s shadow.
—Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
Patterson ended up filling that time with football, anyway, biding his time for the right opportunity to come along.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
After biding his time in 2024 behind Shemar Stewart and Nic Scourton — drafted in the first and second rounds of last year's NFL draft — 2025 gave Howell a chance to be the guy.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
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While Thursday marked the official unveiling of de Meo’s holistic business strategy for Kering, his first seven months on the job have not been spent biding time.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
Wall Street is rediscovering many old tech names from the 1990's that have been quietly biding their time, waiting patiently for this new cycle.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
And the loss seemed to unleash some hidden resentments, some wolves that had been biding their time deep in the woods but were now baying at the door.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Republicans around the country have long been looking to Florida — which has been biding its time and is gearing up to act this spring — to help the party pull ahead.
—Kadia Goba, Washington Post, 13 Mar. 2026
But that is simply a matter of putting the work in and biding your time for your body to develop.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Newsom decided to withdraw and run for lieutenant governor, biding his time in exchange for entrée to Sacramento in Brown’s shadow.
—Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
Patterson ended up filling that time with football, anyway, biding his time for the right opportunity to come along.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
After biding his time in 2024 behind Shemar Stewart and Nic Scourton — drafted in the first and second rounds of last year's NFL draft — 2025 gave Howell a chance to be the guy.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for biding
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Though only married for a few years, their partnership feels seasoned, fortified by faith, ambition and an abiding sense of gratitude.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
17 Dec. 2025
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And civilians on both sides, despite a deep and abiding mistrust between the Catholic and Protestant communities, had also had enough.—
Ned Temko,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The village will hold on to the remaining 60%, and whoever buys the home will receive property tax breaks for 10 years.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The canoe area lies in the national forest just downstream from the mine site, raising concerns that digging could create pollution that would contaminate one of the nation’s last remaining wild areas.—
Todd Richmond,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Recently, the nation of Hungary – standing at a democratic crossroads – met the moment, with record numbers of citizens turning out to elect a new leader, Péter Magyar.—
Steven P. Dinkin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Officers were seen armed and standing guard near the hotel, as flags of Pakistan waved in the distance.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
25 Apr. 2026
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Home plate umpire John Libka got an earful from Cron, who apparently thought Cortes was waiting for a resolution to the broken chain and not the pitch from Wacha.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
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Detectives say a group was apparently waiting for a rapper to leave the party.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The final Block Party was held in 2024, concluding an incredible run and leaving a lasting legacy in our community.—
Riley Moser,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Oil and gas markets — already in turmoil over the Strait of Hormuz closure — will likely face further and lasting disruptions in the months ahead, analysts warned.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Lakers committed 24 turnovers in Game 4 in Houston, the Rockets continuing to push the Lakers out of their offensive rhythm.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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The pitch clock was continuing its relentless pursuit of zero, but Wacha didn’t call a timeout.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
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Investors aren't tolerating that anymore.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2026
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While all the common camellia species make a fine hedge, the species Camellia sasanqua has the advantage of tolerating both full sun and partial shade.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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One of the most enduring royal handbag traditions dates back to Queen Elizabeth II, who reportedly used her purse as a discreet way to signal staff during public engagements.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Though her screen work was extensive, Costello’s impact as a teacher and director became one of her most enduring legacies.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Biding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biding. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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