as in remains
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
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Recent Examples of sticks around
Any evening storms taper off overnight, but the muggy air sticks around.
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Justin Lewis, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The ceramic Oura Ring 4, launched last year, sticks around for $349.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
While the season ended with a four-game sweep at the hands of the strong favorites to win the NBA title, the Lakers are headed into the offseason with optimism about their ability to get even better next season — particularly if James sticks around.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Those track skills could open a possible special teams development project for new coordinator Bubba Ventrone, if Connors sticks around on the practice squad.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 6 May 2026
After the trophy presentation, the network hopes much of its audience sticks around for Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoff series between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
Finishing third in a tough District 25-5A, don’t be surprised if Liberty Hill sticks around in the Division II playoffs.
—Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
But Fleck, of course, hopes the QB sticks around the U for his upperclassman years in 2027 and 2028.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Mar. 2026
Justin Lewis, CBS News, 11 June 2026
The ceramic Oura Ring 4, launched last year, sticks around for $349.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
While the season ended with a four-game sweep at the hands of the strong favorites to win the NBA title, the Lakers are headed into the offseason with optimism about their ability to get even better next season — particularly if James sticks around.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
Those track skills could open a possible special teams development project for new coordinator Bubba Ventrone, if Connors sticks around on the practice squad.
—Nate Atkins, New York Times, 6 May 2026
After the trophy presentation, the network hopes much of its audience sticks around for Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoff series between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
Finishing third in a tough District 25-5A, don’t be surprised if Liberty Hill sticks around in the Division II playoffs.
—Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
But Fleck, of course, hopes the QB sticks around the U for his upperclassman years in 2027 and 2028.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticks around
Verb
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Spain remains solidly second on the international rankings.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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But for all the miles Jujubee has logged, Boston remains her stomping grounds.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Rotation stays the same For those on Justė Jocytė watch, there was no action to see.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Richards-Slavik said the acreage stays unusually green for foothill country and is dotted with mature oaks.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Warm temperatures, frequent rain, and shaded backyards create the perfect environment for algae growth—especially in the South, where humidity hangs around nearly all year.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
26 May 2026
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Police said the man sometimes hangs around the Music Building and pretends to be a student.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Regarding FedEx's distribution center, customers may experience a slight delay with mail and packages at the facility due to the fire disruption, as the company waits for local firefighters to ensure the area is safe, according to a statement from FedEx.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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“Sticks around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticks%20around. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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