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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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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
Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
27 June 2026
Display your own photos, widgets like weather, calendars, stick notes and more.
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Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
26 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.
—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Noun
All three materials required a glue-stick coating on the build plate and printing with a brim to ensure reliable adhesion.
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Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
27 June 2026
Display your own photos, widgets like weather, calendars, stick notes and more.
—
Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
26 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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In addition to the fear of deportation, the ruling puts thousands of immigrants at risk of losing their work authorization and their jobs, according to a Haitian-American journalist.
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That lawsuit, in part, accuses City Attorney Miko Brown of pushing airport officials to investigate a charter airline's safety record -- not because of genuine safety concerns, but to create legal cover for a city council vote that put $90 million in federal grant money at risk.
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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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Ecuador beat Germany 2-1 in its final group-play match to squeeze into the knockout stages for just the second time, advancing as a third-place team.
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There was Paris squeezed between meetings on a fleeting work trip.
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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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Artful pizzas go beyond margherita with varieties like a clam pie with funky lemons, confit shallots, and raclette mornay sauce, or a chilaquiles slice with chorizo.
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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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Ohashi competed on the balance beam and floor exercise at Saturday’s competition, beginning her effort on beam.
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Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.
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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 1 Jul. 2026.
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