STAY


Meaning of STAY in English

verb

BAD : He's invited us to stay a few days with him.

GOOD : He's invited us to spend a few days with him.

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spend a period of time somewhere (NOT stay ): 'We spent the afternoon at John's house.' 'Where are you going to spend Christmas?'

Note the alternative: 'He's invited us to stay with him for a few days.'

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