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Definition

To remain as a listener or viewer of the particular radio station or television channel to which one is currently paying attention.

To wait or remain alert (for new developments or for further information).

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Origins

From the operation of dial-tuned radio receivers.

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In Context

  • "Alerting Nigeria to stay tuned for an important announcement, the government radio station canceled its regular programs."
  • "NBC had spent weeks promoting Mr. Daly's new show, and had even commissioned a special original edition of Conan O'Brien's Late Night show . . . to give Mr. Daly's show the best possible lead-in. During his show, Mr. O'Brien twice urged viewers to stay tuned for Mr. Daly."
  • "Near-synonym: watch this space (often synonymous)"
  • "[W]riter-director Sean Penn has found a stark camera style that ignites behavioral sparks. Stay tuned; this kid has talent."
  • "“Stay tuned on the issues of overcrowding, capital plan, new schools, secondary reform, middle school reform; these are all critical issues,” Mr. Klein said."
  • "Riccitiello also said that more on the game’s payment structure will be revealed in February, so I guess we’ll all be staying tuned."
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Opposite In Meaning

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See Also