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as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
you can stick that box in the corner until I figure out where to put everything
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as in to stab
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
could hardly feel the needle when the nurse stuck my arm with it
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as in to squeeze
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
she got stuck by an unscrupulous seller while using the online auction site
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as in clam
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as in to keep (to)
to give steadfast support to
thanks for sticking with me after all my other so-called friends turned their backs the governor has sworn to stick to his campaign promises
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Recent Examples of stick
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
The tankers, which were not Iranian in origin, had been stuck in the Gulf for more than three months after Tehran effectively closed Hormuz early in the war, Kpler analysts said in a Tuesday note.
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Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
And this easy-to-apply, pore-erasing complexion stick is the product no-makeup makeup girls are going to want in their beauty bag.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
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Verb
He was pulled to safety after having been stuck there for about 15 minutes.
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Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
The tankers, which were not Iranian in origin, had been stuck in the Gulf for more than three months after Tehran effectively closed Hormuz early in the war, Kpler analysts said in a Tuesday note.
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Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Noun
Thumbtack partnered with Samplize, a peel-and-stick paint swatching company, to put together a list of the top colors to boost your curb appeal in 2026.
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
And this easy-to-apply, pore-erasing complexion stick is the product no-makeup makeup girls are going to want in their beauty bag.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick
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Decorating rules can be helpful guidelines, but adhering too strictly to conventional wisdom can seriously cramp your style.
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The set also comes with 40 clear clips that carefully adhere the stems to the sturdy structure of the cage.
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Lola Vice will put her NXT Women’s Championship on the line against Kendal Grey, Myles Borne will defend the NXT North American Championship against Tavion Heights, Wren Sinclair will face a challenger for the WWE Women’s Speed Championship and Saquon Shugars takes on Dion Lennox.
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Earlier, a pair of Harry Kane goals — his ninth and 10th at World Cups — had twice put England ahead, only for some sloppy defending and smart attacking play to give Croatia a route back.
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After Emii’s killing, Bland stabbed and attempted to shoot herself but was unable to because of the extent of her injuries, Handfield said, after the voices in her head were giving her those commands.
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If you are stabbed in the neck outside a LA restaurant, pray Amy Adams is dining at the same establishment.
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Blend roasted red peppers with V8, and add Worcestershire sauce and freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice for a fresh alternative to bottled bloody mary mix.
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With electric vehicles continuing to gain share, that further squeezes European carmakers.
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Perched on a finger of land that pokes into Lebanon, Metula is usually crowded with tourists this time of year.
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Decrease the watering frequency and check the soil moisture with your finger before watering.
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This National Historic Landmark on the Freedom Trail is lauded for its quintessential New England seafood, from fresh oysters to classic clam chowder.
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Kelsey passes around a bowl of clam shells with questions written on them as Liz gnaws on a corn on the cob.
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In the fifth, Caglianone put a charge into a Michael McGreevey four-seam fastball on the outside corner, sending a laser-beam shot into the Cardinals’ bullpen in left field.
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Bullock showcased her prowess on bars and beam, but the early vault error proved costly.
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The country also has made a massive push to switch to electric vehicles, which reduced Chinese oil consumption by 1 million barrels per day, the International Energy Agency estimates.
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The push to modernize North Korea’s military comes at a moment of ever-growing confidence for Kim, whose regime has seen its economy rebound since the pandemic, while his expanding weapons program has strengthened its position as a de facto nuclear state.
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“Stick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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