No. 8,259 in Spanish
permanecen
"They remain"
In a sentence
Los estudiantes permanecen en silencio durante el examen.
The students remain silent during the exam.
Here, 'permanecen' describes the state or condition of the students staying silent in that specific moment or situation.
Aunque enfrentan dificultades, las familias permanecen unidas.
Although they face difficulties, the families remain united.
'Permanecen' here highlights the ongoing state of unity among the families, despite challenges.
Las luces permanecen encendidas toda la noche.
The lights stay on all night.
In this context, 'permanecen' conveys the continuous state of the lights being on during the duration of the night.
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