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Stay for the period vs Stay during these periods

Both phrases are correct, but 'Stay for the period' implies staying for the entire duration of a specific period, while 'stay during these periods' suggests staying at some point within multiple periods.
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Last updated: December 16, 2024 • 8940 views

Stay for the period

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone is expected to remain for the entire duration of a specific period, such as a course, event, or appointment.

Examples:

  • I will stay for the period of the conference to attend all the sessions.
  • She agreed to stay for the period of the project to see it through to completion.
  • Dec 13, 2022 ... You should be able to stay for the period you have paid for. Not delivering the promised service is theft.
  • Jul 20, 2021 ... ... stay for the period of time necessary to complete the course of study, plus 30 days within which to depart from the United States, or for a ...
  • May 30, 2017 ... As discussed in this related answer, you should stay for the period permitted by your visa or go back to the consulate that issued it and ask ...
  • Dec 20, 2023 ... ... stay for the period of time necessary to complete the course of study, plus 30 days within which to depart from the United States. The ...
  • Jun 26, 2023 ... ... stay for the period of time necessary to complete the course of study, plus 30 days within which to depart from the United States, or for a ...
  • May 18, 2020 ... ... stay for the period of time that you asked for. Therefore the visa officer has every reason not to believe you when you apply again. Upvote ·.
  • Subject to the provisions of subsection (c) of this section, the family court may order a stay for the period of time allowed for the filing of a petition ...
  • Jan 4, 2023 ... You can stay for the period stated by the border officer when you entered the USA. You can apply to extend your stay while in the USA by ...
  • Feb 1, 2023 ... Compared to 2020, the median length of stay for the period between January 2021 and October 2022 only decreased by one day – from seven to six ...
  • Dec 16, 2007 ... You are legally authorized to stay for the period indicated on your I-94. Any stay beyond that period is unlawful. Your visa isn't the I-94 ...

Alternatives:

  • remain for the duration
  • stay until the end
  • stay for the entire time
  • stay for the whole period
  • stay for the specified time

Stay during these periods

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to staying at some point within multiple periods, without necessarily staying for the entire duration of each period.

Examples:

  • You can stay during these periods, but you must vacate the premises afterward.
  • Guests are welcome to stay during these periods of the year when the hotel offers special rates.
  • Jan 21, 2023 ... We may apply a surcharge or impose a minimum length of stay during these periods. You will be advised by our reception staff if this applies ...
  • Duration: Artists applying may request a one or two week stay during these periods. Community Engagement: One of the goals of our residency programs is ...
  • Jan 17, 2023 ... ... stay during these periods. For the latter period, we further examined length of stay for a subset of cases hospitalised in the Hunter New ...
  • However, do not hesitate to contact us for a shorter stay during these periods. Loan of a cot and high chair on request. Our friends, dogs and other pets ...
  • No persons under 23 years of age unaccompanied by parents/guardians may stay during these periods. Valid identification must be presented at check-in and ...
  • Mar 19, 2022 ... ... stay during these periods. For the latter period, we further examined length of stay for a subset of cases hospitalised in the Hunter New ...
  • It is possible to apply to stay during these periods and students should look out for communications from the accommodation office as the end of each term ...
  • Jul 4, 2023 ... ... stay. During these periods, the ZPS holders were encouraged to apply for other permits if they would stay in the country after the ...
  • May 12, 2024 ... ... off home. What Sheffield needs is there to be a reason for students to stay during these periods. Upvote 1. Downvote Reply reply. Award
  • There is no additional charge to stay during these periods. VSU cannot supply storage for residents' personal belongings between Spring and Summer or Summer ...

Alternatives:

  • stay at certain times
  • stay for specific intervals
  • stay within these time frames
  • stay for the designated periods
  • stay for the specified time slots

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