stick around

verb

Definition of stick aroundnext
as in to remain
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time we stuck around afterwards to help clean up

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Recent Examples of stick around Both are undrafted rookies with a chance to stick around on the practice squad. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026 After originally planning to stay on anyway, Alice has decided to seek other opportunities and would like a letter of recommendation after sticking around for Ted’s transition period. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026 Rüfüs du Sol was the last of three EDM acts who drew massive crowds — or, more likely, the same crowd that just stuck around for all three sets — at the biggie Lands Ends Stage. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026 Of course, with a rotating list of items, this means that not all products will stick around at Costco. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stick around
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick around
  1. remain
  2. stay
  3. hang around
  4. wait
Verb
  • Albany police said Gallimore has been suspended without pay while the outcome of administrative action against him remains pending.
    — Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Moscow denied it, but such dual-use items as drone components, flak jackets or thermal weapon sights remain available on the platform.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of remain
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  • Fireplaces are stocked with fragrant piñon wood, making winter stays especially cozy, while silk covers conceal TVs and handmade Le Creuset dishware keep modern amenities from disrupting the mood.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Ask whether OpenRouter will keep publishing the provider served on each request, and whether provider ordering, price ceilings and exclusions stay under customer control.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of stay
Verb
  • Westminster officials also recently warned residents of a bullsnake hanging around Big Dry Creek near City Park, a snake often mistaken for a rattler.
    — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2026
  • But one of them does get a very important mention, explaining why he won’t be spotted hanging around the Richmond pitch anytime soon.
    — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of hang around
Verb
  • While the Reeder family continues to wait for answers — from psychics or elsewhere — Sophie’s father has begun to make peace with the agonizing situation that has now prompted authorities to seek clarity from the beyond.
    — Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The trucks wait until all those in the area are ready before traveling in convoys to packing plants, accompanied by police patrols to prevent robberies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of wait

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