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stationary

Not moving or not intended to be moved.
Adjective

This term describes a state of complete stillness or a fixed position. It is often used in technical or formal contexts, such as describing a weather front that does not move or a piece of gym equipment that stays in one spot.

It is frequently confused with stationery, which refers to writing materials. The distinction is a matter of purpose: one refers to the lack of motion, while the other refers to a physical product for correspondence.

Meanings

Adjective

Not moving or not intended to be moved.

The car remained stationary at the red light.

Examples

The car is stationary.

Keep the ladder stationary.

The target stayed stationary.

The train remained stationary for minutes.

He kept his head stationary.

The bike was stationary during the test.

The suspect remained stationary upon seeing the police.

Detective

Please keep the camera stationary for the timelapse.

Travel

The dragon remained stationary until the knight approached.

Fantasy

The vessel remained stationary despite the heavy currents.

History

The planet appears stationary in the night sky.

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