The term 'STAYS AWHILE' can be broken down into two crossword solutions: 'LASTS' (5 letters) and 'SETTLESIN' (9 letters). 'LASTS' is a verb that means to endure or remain in existence for a period of time. 'SETTLESIN' is a verb that means to become established in a place or situation. Together, the two words form the phrase 'STAYS AWHILE, ' which means to remain in a place or situation for an extended period of time.