Zoeken
to stay behind
[phrase form: stay]
01
to remain in a location while others depart
Voorbeeld
The soldier stayed behind to provide cover fire while the rest of the squad retreated.
The determined scientist stayed behind in the laboratory to conduct additional experiments after the research team departed.
The dedicated volunteer stayed behind at the shelter to help with feeding and caring for the animals after visiting hours ended.
Despite the storm, the dedicated teacher stayed behind in the classroom to help a struggling student.
The brave firefighter stayed behind in the burning building to ensure everyone was safely evacuated.
