stick around

verb

stuck around; sticking around; sticks around

intransitive verb

: to stay or wait about : linger

Examples of stick around in a Sentence

we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
Recent Examples on the Web
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But on Sunday, there’s even more, so be sure to stick around to take full advantage of the book bonanza. Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025 In addition to reversing its open-door policy, Starbucks also announced on Jan. 27 that customers who have their first drink in the lobby can get free refills on hot or iced brewed coffee or tea, a potential incentive for customers to stick around while enjoying their beverage. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025 McIlroy defeated Justin Rose in a one-hole playoff, but instead of sulking, the Englishman's wife, Kate, made sure to stick around and congratulate the winner. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025 Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush – Grateful Finding a blush willing to stick around through the good, bad, and long nights is rare. Celeste Polanco, Essence, 24 Apr. 2025 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 3 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

stick around

verb
: to stay or wait about : linger

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