stay home

idiom

chiefly US
: to not go out for an activity
Let's stay home tonight.

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Whenever there are rumors of ICE operations, or unfamiliar vehicles in their neighborhood, Anderson’s father urges him to stay home from school. Miriam Jordan, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025 The once-bustling border crossings between Canada and the United States have seen a slowdown in recent months, as Canadians are increasingly opting to stay home or explore alternative destinations. Natalie Preddie, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025 Follow home alone safety guidelines Once your child is old enough to stay home alone, establish some safety guidelines. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 Mar. 2025 People are contagious for four days before the rash appears and four days after; patients should stay home during this time to avoid infecting others. Liz Szabo, NBC news, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stay home

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“Stay home.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stay%20home. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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