stick-to-itiveness

noun

stik-ˈtü-ə-tiv-nəs How to pronounce stick-to-itiveness (audio)
Definition of stick-to-itivenessnext
as in decisiveness
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose I wonder if he really has the stick-to-itiveness to finish law school

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Recent Examples of stick-to-itiveness When the 10th batter (Dalton Rushing) struck out for the first out of the inning, the diminished number of Pirates fans still on hand gave a sarcastic cheer for their team’s stick-to-itiveness. — Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 10 June 2026 But there’s more to her stick-to-itiveness than just that. — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026 Young also believes in the basketball team’s skills and stick-to-itiveness. — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026 But motivation and stick-to-itiveness are tricky, Justin Shields, founder of LA’s Venice Run Club, knows better than most. — Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026 And then Eklund’s motor and stick-to-itiveness are really admirable for a sub-6-foot, sub-170-pound winger. — Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 22 June 2025 Peafowl also have more stick-to-itiveness than most other pets, enjoying a life span that can reach 25 years, three times as long as the average parakeet and more than 25 times as long as the average Pretty Boy. — Jeffrey Kluger, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick-to-itiveness
  1. decisiveness
  2. determination
  3. decision
  4. resolve
  5. persistence
Noun
  • Not the product who was named the starter, but just the fact that Florida was willing to settle on one arm, an issue of decisiveness previous coach Billy Napier struggled with two years ago.
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Black got the start and ran for 33 yards on eight carries, showing the decisiveness and explosiveness the 49ers liked about him during his time helping Indiana win a national championship last season.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of decisiveness
Noun
  • Her passion, determination and single-minded focus had completed the deal.
    — Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The allegations build on an April 2025 US determination that Sudan’s government used chemical weapons in 2024, though officials provided little public evidence at the time.
    — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of determination
Noun
  • Kroenke’s decision to purchase the Angels at a record $4 billion valuation has not impacted Trout’s plans to remain in Southern California.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The games present overly simplified worlds devoid of civilians, children, and animals, and there are no lasting consequences for players’ decisions.
    — Susan Page, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of decision
Noun
  • By the end of the match, a stiffening of resolve meant that Bournemouth’s shot clock had only ticked up to 16.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026
  • But when her father pressures her into an unwanted engagement, her resolve is tested.
    — Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of resolve
Noun
  • Security teams should prioritize execution paths where code can access secrets, create persistence or make system changes, then apply pre-execution controls that can stop or constrain artifacts when their behavior falls outside policy.
    — Ken Ammon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Hoban says she’s learned that bringing the vintage toys back to life often requires patience, persistence and a little imagination.
    — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of persistence

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“Stick-to-itiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick-to-itiveness. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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