still — continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
Pronunciation (IPA): /stɪl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is 90 but still dances better than me.
- Please sit still during the movie - you're not a popcorn machine!
- The night was still and peaceful.
still
ADVERB[/stɪl/]
continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
A girl still reading beneath the tree as golden hours pass
Still by the lake, my will and skill reveal a chill upon the distant hill, where stillness continues to inspire
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'stille,' derived from Proto-Germanic 'stilaz,' related to standing or being stationary. The sense of 'continuing' developed from the idea of remaining in one state or position.
Breakdown
still (adjective/adverb) - from Old English 'stille' meaning 'motionless, calm' + developed extended meaning 'continuing up to now' (adverb usage)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother is 90 but still dances better than me.”
“Please sit still during the movie - you're not a popcorn machine!”
“The night was still and peaceful.”
“Are you still waiting for your pizza from 1995?”
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