Possible Clues:

• Visit a bit longer
• Extremely significant 'yes' vote reversed refusal to remain
• 'Don't go!' — appeal that's heartfelt finally accepted
• Remain a year in county, returning after time away
• Not quit a job (2 words)
• 'Please hold the line'
• Remain after others leave relative to cross river
• Remain for a bit
• Decide not to quit a job
• Remain, as at a job