Remain-remains Flashcards

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The words “remain” and “remains” are related but have different meanings and uses:

Remain (Verb)
Meaning: To continue to exist, stay in the same place, or be left after others have gone or been removed.
Example: “Only a few people remain in the office after 6 PM.”
Remains (Noun)
Meaning: The parts left over after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed; can also refer to a person’s body after death or historical relics.
Example: “The remains of the ancient civilization were uncovered by archaeologists.”
Key Differences
Remain is a verb, indicating an action.
Remains is a noun, referring to what is left over.
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