Phrase of the day

Discover a new phrase each day to use in your English! These are special phrases and sayings that English speakers use all the time, but you don't often see these phrases in English course books or other study material. Visit daily to learn some popular English phrases on a regular basis.
24th December 2024

Here to stay

We use this expression to say that something is now part of everyday life and will not go away.
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
Why did you decide to get a website for the company?
Well, we knew that the internet was here to stay, so we got one a few years back.
Example 2
What do you think about mobile phones? Should I get one?
That depends on you. I think they're here to stay, however.

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