remains

/ rɪˈmeɪnz /

plural noun

1. any pieces, scraps, fragments, etc, that are left unused or still extant, as after use, consumption, the passage of time, etc

   archaeological remains

   the remains of a meal

2. the body of a dead person; corpse
3. Also calledliterary remains the unpublished writings of an author at the time of his or her death

Example Sentences

Even with lifelong ART treatment, the virus remains latent in reservoirs throughout the body that can reactivate at any time, and over the long-term, these reservoirs can contribute to chronic inflammation and comorbidities.

From Science Daily

Much remains to be seen in terms of what tariffs will be implemented and how these will affect inflation, corporate profits, the labor market and other factors.

From Salon

How a live bullet got into the gun remains a mystery.

From BBC

"We need to see decisive action to end such practices and respectfully repatriate stolen remains to their rightful resting places," she said.

From BBC

The station was evacuated and remains closed, while nearby Killermont Street was shut to traffic and people were urged to avoid the area.

From BBC

Related Words

• corpse
• dead body