Question 1

What does "stay behind" mean?

Accepted Answer

To remain in a place after everyone else has left

Question 2

How do you use "stay behind" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

The teacher asked three students to stay behind after the lesson.

Question 3

Is "stay behind" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"stay behind" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Very common in everyday English. Often used in school contexts (asked to stay behind after class), workplace settings, and social situations. Implies a contrast with a group of people who have departed.

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