Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
However, things didn’t go quite as well during their first date and the two decided to stay friends rather than pursue anything more.—Katie Mannion, Peoplemag, 3 Aug. 2024 All viewers want is for them finally to be friends, and stay friends.—Selena Kuznikov, Variety, 19 July 2024 Elvis and Ann-Margret would stay friends until his death in 1977, but Priscilla wouldn’t meet her until his funeral.—Shannon Carlin, TIME, 3 Nov. 2023 In the WhatsApp group, my aggressive campaign to persuade everyone to stay friends forever was already underway.—Caity Weaver, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2023 There are plenty of reasons to want to stay friends with someone, but not all of them are healthy.—Gyan Yankovich, SELF, 12 Dec. 2022 Since then, the two have vowed to stay friends and have commented here and there on the reason for the breakup, citing hectic work schedules and shifting priorities.—Leah Campano, Seventeen, 20 Apr. 2022 Will Elliot and Rue stay friends?—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 27 Feb. 2022 Sources told multiple outlets that Rodgers and Woodley intended to stay friends following their broken engagement.—Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 24 Feb. 2022
Share