Stay close.

Meaning: This means to tell someone to remain near the speaker. It's like saying, Please remain near me.

Choice of Words: Stay is a verb that means to remain in a particular place or with someone. Close is an adjective that means near or in proximity. When combined, they form an instruction to remain near the speaker.

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Don't wander off.

Meaning: This means to ask someone to stay in the same place and not move away from you. It's like saying, Please stay near me and don't go exploring on your own.

Choice of Words: Wander is a verb that means to walk or move without a clear direction or purpose. Off means away from a particular place or direction. Together, "wander off" means to move away from a specific location or path.

Stick with me.

Meaning: This means to ask someone to stay near you and not go away. It's like saying, Please stay by my side and don't leave me alone.

Choice of Words: Stick is a verb that means to stay close to something or someone. With means in the company or presence of someone. Together, "stick with me" means to remain close to the speaker.

Hold my hand.

Meaning: This means to ask someone to take your hand and stay close to you. It's like saying, Please take my hand so we can walk together and I know you're near me.

Choice of Words: Hold is a verb that means to keep something in your hand or grip. Hand is the part of your body at the end of your arm that you use to grasp and manipulate objects. Together, "hold my hand" means to grasp the speaker's hand with your own.

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