stick to

phrasal verb

stuck to; sticking to; sticks to

: to continue doing or using (something) especially when it is difficult to do so

She stuck to her story about the money already being missing when she got there.

Please stick to the script/subject/rules.

Stick to the marked trails.

If you want to succeed, you've got to stick to it and not give up.

: to not change (a decision, belief, etc.)

I intend to stick to my promise/word.

She's sticking to her decision to retire.

Examples of stick to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Stick to the Basics and Stay Practical Kramer sticks to fashion basics, despite using bold patterns and colors. —

Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2024 Wipe away static cling When static cling season begins, clothes might stick to you, or taking off your hat might make your hair stand up straight. —

Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024 But, alas, the show is sticking to its decision to bypass the 28-year tradition of elaborate Halloween costumes that has proven so popular with viewers – if not so much the hosts. —

Greg Evans, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024 The six-day savings event offers 20 percent off everything, from Kate Hudson’s beloved Westman Atelier contour stick to the genderless fragrance worn by both Bad Bunny and Jessica Chastain. —

Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stick to

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