stick around

verb

stuck around; sticking around; sticks around
Synonyms of stick aroundnext

intransitive verb

: to stay or wait about : linger

Examples of stick around in a Sentence

we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
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But rather than stick around Earth to become a co-hero with Clark, bounces around red sun planets getting trashed by herself. Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 Warm, inviting lights are must-haves for outdoor areas, even when the sun sticks around for longer. Melissa Epifano, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 There are certain items in your kitchen that stick around longer than others. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 Though most fans packed up and left the park within minutes, many of the Turkish supporters stuck around. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stick around

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stick around was in 1878

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“Stick around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stick%20around. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

stick around

verb
: to stay or wait about : linger

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