Phrases & Expressions

To remain at home instead of going out.

• Let's stay in tonight.
• He stayed in all weekend.

To stay away from home, especially until late at night.

• My parents don't let me stay out after midnight.
• We stayed out until two in the morning.

A common wish for someone's safety, especially when that person is leaving or is in a dangerous situation.

• Have a good trip! Stay safe.
• It's snowing hard. Stay safe on the roads.

To remain awake instead of going to bed.

• Ted and Amber stayed up all night talking.
• Whenever I stay up late, I regret it.

Coffee with a powerful taste.

• I need a strong coffee to wake up.
• He always drinks strong coffee.

A restaurant table suitable for four people.

• A table for four, please.
• Do you have a table for four?

A restaurant table suitable for two people.

• A table for two, please.
• We have a table for two reserved.

To pause and breathe in air, often to rest or calm down.

• Take a deep breath and try again.
• He stopped to take a breath.

To stop working for a period to rest or travel.

• We're taking a holiday in Spain.
• She took a holiday to visit her family.

To need only a short time to do.

• It will only take a minute to fix.
• Filling in the form should only take a minute.