I stay at the city vs I stay in the city

Both "I stay at the city" and "I stay in the city" are commonly used phrases, but they are used in different contexts. "I stay in the city" is the correct phrase to use when referring to living or staying within the boundaries of a city. On the other hand, "I stay at the city" could be used when talking about staying at a specific location or establishment within the city.

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I stay at the city

This phrase is correct but less common than "I stay in the city." It could be used when referring to staying at a specific location or establishment within the city.

This phrase can be used when talking about staying at a specific location or establishment within the city. It is less commonly used compared to "I stay in the city."

Examples:

I stay at the city center hotel when I visit New York.
During my business trips, I stay at the city's best hotels.
She prefers to stay at the city's outskirts for a quieter environment.
We usually stay at the city's Airbnb apartments when we travel.
He likes to stay at the city's famous landmarks to experience the culture.

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I stay at the city
If I stay at the firm, it has to be more.
Can I stay at the hospital with the patient?
If you find me untrue in any particular... I stay at the Grand Central Hotel.
How about I stay at the workshop?
Look, what if you drive out of town this morning and I stay at the diner till after lunch?
Thursday - Due to a pain in the knee that has not allowed me to sleep very well, maybe an inflammation of the usual ligaments, after breakfast I stay at the hostel to dedicate to the maintenance of various equipment.
How about I stay at the workshop?
We'll agree to your taking charge on one condition, that I stay at the exchange point the whole time.
It's a really interesting place and I'm always very happy to come here.There's always something different to do.I arrive with my nice suitcase and I stay at the Ostello Bello.
Here's my card. I stay at the Encore Hotel.
I enjoyed my stay at the apartment.
I'll stay at the hotel.
I'll stay at the Winters' place tonight.
I thought I'd stay at the hospital tonight.
Tonight I'll stay at the Red Lion.
I stay at home with the kids, whilst you're in Montecitorio (the Chamber)...
I'll stay at the office until I can find a place.
I'll stay at the door to keep watch.
I'll stay at the Pergola.
You know I never stay at the house when I'm in training.

Alternatives:

I stay in the city
I stay within the city
I stay inside the city
I stay at a hotel in the city
I stay at a location in the city

I stay in the city

This phrase is the more common and appropriate way to express staying or living within the boundaries of a city.

This phrase is used when referring to living or staying within the boundaries of a city. It is the more common and appropriate way to express this idea.

Examples:

I stay in the city during the weekdays and go to the countryside on weekends.
She prefers to stay in the city for its convenience.
We stay in the city center for easy access to amenities.
He enjoys staying in the city for its vibrant atmosphere.
They have decided to stay in the city for the summer.

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I stay in the city
I stay in the back, as you said.
So if I stay in the race, I'm creating a monster.
Can't I stay in the other room?
Can I stay in the house my friend Vic, but... I do not think that is a good idea.
And she actually suggested that I... I stay in the dorm room down the hall.
I stay in the car, I make runs to Akbar's when they're making their deals.
If I stay in the school, then they would give me a position there.
Best I stay in the bathroom then?
They've been trying for years. That's why I stay in the ditch.
Unless people like what I say and then I stay in the room.
You know, nowhere permanent right now but I stay in the shelter some nights and I'm 18 now so they can't call my folks.
You can realise that it's a classy hotel, but I feel as I stay in the house of an old aristocratic British lady.
Do I stay in the jungle or go towards the beach?
You know, nowhere permanent right now but I stay in the shelter some nights and I'm 18 now so they can't call my folks.
Why can't I stay in the kitchen?
Heads, I'll go to the E.R., but tails, I stay in the trial and you treat me here.
How many years must I stay in the Home?
How long can I stay in the Schengen area?
How long can I stay in the Basilica?
I feel like you live in the future, and I stay in the past.

Alternatives:

I live in the city
I reside in the city
I am located in the city
I am staying within the city limits
I am situated in the city

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