stick by

phrasal verb

stuck by; sticking by; sticks by
: to continue to support or be loyal to (someone or something)
The troops stuck by their general to the end.
I promised to support you and I'll stick by my promise.

Examples of stick by in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Johnson’s announcement that leadership is sticking by the top line is certain to further heighten already strenuous tensions between him and the House Freedom Caucus, which appeared to be satisfied that Johnson was considering reneging on the agreement. USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2024 Officers found that the man, James McCoy, 33, had been stuck by a Jeep Liberty traveling northbound on Loch Raven Boulevard. Caitlyn Freeman, Baltimore Sun, 27 Jan. 2024 But the speaker stuck by the arrangement and on Sunday revealed the current continuing resolution that could buy lawmakers more time to hash out a longer-term funding package. USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024 But McDaniel stuck by Crossman last offseason when the Dolphins had a rough season with his unit. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2024 If so, stick by your desire to be engaged before moving in. Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024 Rather than pursue a veteran quarterback or another passer in the draft, the Falcons opted to stick by Ridder heading into the season. Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2024 Still, some investors are sticking by the Magnificent Seven laggards. Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 8 Feb. 2024 The couple have stuck by each other’s side through thick and thin and have only come out stronger. Jessica Booth, Peoplemag, 21 Jan. 2024

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“Stick by.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stick%20by. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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