STAY' (4 letters) The crossword solutions for the term REMAINED INACTIVE are SAT and STAY. SAT is an acronym for Scholastic Aptitude Test, which is a standardized test used by colleges and universities in the United States to assess the readiness of applicants for higher education. STAY is a verb meaning to remain in the same place or position, or to continue to exist. Therefore, the phrase REMAINED INACTIVE can be interpreted as having stayed in the same place or position, or continuing to exist without any changes.